Senior Accountant - Indirect Taxes

Omniyat Group is seeking a Senior Accountant – Indirect Taxes to own the Group's UAE indirect tax compliance function end to end. The role suits a Chartered Accountant with hands-on VAT experience in the UAE real estate sector who can operate independently, manage regulator and consultant relationships, and drive system-led improvements in tax reporting.Qualifications & ExperienceChartered Accountant (CA) with a minimum of 5–6 years of post-qualification experience; Big 4 experience is preferred.Prior experience working with a real estate group in the UAE is required.Strong working knowledge of UAE VAT law and its practical application within the real estate sector, including classification of real estate properties and point-of-taxation treatment.Demonstrated expertise in VAT registration, VAT return filing, and VAT refund processes.Experience managing VAT audits and routine interactions with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).Practical understanding of IFRS reporting and its interplay with UAE tax law.A tax certification from a Big 4 firm is an advantage.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the Group's end-to-end indirect tax compliance function, covering registrations, return filing, audits, and assessments.Liaise with Big 4 tax consultants and relevant government authorities, including the FTA, on indirect tax matters.Maintain and continuously improve the ERP and BI systems (Oracle or equivalent) used for tax reporting, to enable faster and more accurate output.Lead automation initiatives within tax reporting processes.Oversee data archival and record management in line with statutory retention requirements.Key Skills & AttributesSelf-starter with a proactive, hands-on approach.Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous.Strong system orientation, with working proficiency in Oracle or an equivalent ERP plus BI tools.Able to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.