Manager Indirect Tax Operations Majid Al Futtaim Holding Dubai, UAE

Majid Al Futtaim

Job Title
Manager Indirect Tax Operations Majid Al Futtaim Holding Dubai, UAE
Job Description
Manager Indirect Tax Operations Majid Al Futtaim Holding Dubai, UAE

Position Overview
The Manager Indirect Tax Operations will oversee tax compliance, audits, and operational processes across 15 countries where Majid Al Futtaim operates. The role ensures VAT, Sales Tax, and Excise Tax compliance, manages external tax advisors, and drives efficiency through the Group s Global Solutions shared service center in Egypt. This position plays a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance, identifying tax optimization opportunities, and supporting audit readiness.

Location: UAE
Location: Dubai
Industry: Accounting / Auditing
Function: Tax
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

What You ll Do

* Manage VAT and Sales Tax compliance across the GCC, including registrations, filings, payments, clarifications, and refunds.
* Supervise outsourced VAT return preparation/filings in certain countries, and manage relationships with external advisors and service providers.
* Oversee Excise Tax compliance and contribute to the rollout of e-invoicing and indirect tax-related initiatives.
* Provide inputs on day-to-day indirect tax advisory for multiple jurisdictions.
* Identify and develop tax optimization strategies to deliver value to the Group.
* Prepare monthly indirect tax reporting packs and dashboards for CFOs and the Risk Committee, highlighting compliance, risks, and opportunities.
* Work with Group stewardship and governance teams on key operational and compliance matters.
* Lead indirect tax audit management, ensure timely responses, and share learnings across business verticals.

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor s degree in Finance or Accounting from a recognized institution.
* Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CPA, or ICAEW is essential.
* Minimum of 5 years experience in indirect tax operations and audits, preferably within a multinational or Big 4 consulting environment.
* Strong knowledge of VAT, Sales Tax, Excise Tax, and evolving global indirect tax regulations.
* Proven ability to manage complex cross-functional projects and support organizational change.
* Skilled in working with external tax advisors, regulatory authorities, and shared service centers.
* Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.