Assistant Manager

Metaworld Consultants is a reputable consulting firm specializing in accounting, tax, regulatory, and business advisory services across the UAE and GCC. Our Accounting & Tax Solutions Business Unit supports multinational corporations, SMEs, family businesses, and high-growth enterprises in managing complex tax and regulatory requirements such as UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, Transfer Pricing, IFRS compliance, and other statutory obligations. We pride ourselves on delivering technically sound, commercially practical, and client-focused solutions while upholding the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and quality.

The Assistant Manager–1 will be responsible for managing and delivering corporate tax, VAT, and other relevant tax compliance and advisory assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role requires practical knowledge of UAE tax legislation and/or Pakistan direct and indirect taxation, strong technical research and report-writing skills, and the ability to review financial data, identify tax risks, and ensure accurate and timely submissions to tax authorities. The position serves as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned clients, coordinating engagement deliverables, monitoring statutory deadlines, and reviewing work prepared by junior team members. Close collaboration with the Tax Manager and senior management is essential to maintain service quality, foster client relationships, and support the growth of the Accounting & Tax Solutions Business Unit.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance Management
Manage and deliver UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and other tax compliance assignments in line with applicable legislation and tax authority requirements. Prepare and review tax registrations, deregistrations, amendments, returns, refund applications, reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Examine tax computations and working papers to ensure accuracy and completeness. Review financial records, trial balances, ledgers, and invoices to identify tax implications and compliance gaps. Coordinate timely collection of client information and maintain compliance trackers to meet statutory deadlines. Utilize EmaraTax and other relevant portals for processing registrations, filings, and related follow-ups.

Tax Advisory, Technical Research & Reporting
Conduct detailed technical research and interpret tax legislation, Cabinet and Ministerial Decisions, Executive Regulations, and official guidance. Prepare and review advisory reports, technical memoranda, tax assessments, position papers, and client correspondence. Analyze tax implications of business transactions and financial activities, identifying risks and practical considerations. Support tax health checks, compliance reviews, due diligence, and other advisory engagements. Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on clients, delivering clear, commercially relevant recommendations.

Client & Engagement Management
Serve as the main contact for assigned clients, maintaining professional and responsive relationships. Coordinate client information requests, follow up on outstanding documents, and communicate engagement requirements and timelines. Manage multiple assignments concurrently, prioritizing workload and escalating issues when necessary. Participate in client meetings alongside Tax Manager or senior management, explaining findings and tracking agreed actions. Assist in preparing proposals, engagement letters, fee submissions, and presentations. Support business development by identifying additional client needs and contributing to proposals.

Review, Supervision & Team Development
Review tax returns, reconciliations, computations, working papers, and reports prepared by junior staff to ensure quality and accuracy. Provide technical guidance, feedback, and coaching on tax compliance procedures. Allocate work within engagements, monitor progress, and report capacity or delivery concerns. Ensure all review comments are resolved and final deliverables meet internal standards before submission.

Tax Authority & Regulatory Coordination
Coordinate responses to tax authority enquiries, audits, assessments, and information requests. Assist in preparing accurate and timely responses, reviewing supporting documentation. Maintain organized engagement files, correspondence, and evidence of submissions. Stay updated on tax authority procedures, portal requirements, and regulatory developments.

Internal, Technical & Business Support
Prepare and review tax alerts, technical updates, newsletters, proposals, engagement letters, and client presentations. Contribute to the development of internal templates, working papers, compliance trackers, and standard operating procedures. Maintain accurate timesheets, engagement budgets, and client records. Participate in internal knowledge-sharing and training sessions. Support Tax Manager and senior management with engagement management, client meetings, and business development activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education & Professional Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field. Advanced degrees such as M.Com or MBA are also considered. Professional qualifications like CA, ACCA, CIMA, ICMA, or equivalents, either completed or in progress, are required.

Relevant Experience
2–3 years of relevant tax experience in a consultancy, accounting firm, or professional services environment. Practical experience with UAE Corporate Tax and VAT or Pakistan direct and indirect taxation is essential. Familiarity with tax registrations, returns, reconciliations, refunds, tax authority submissions, and EmaraTax or equivalent portals is expected.

Technical & Professional Skills
Strong understanding of financial statements and tax legislation, with the ability to research and interpret official guidance. Excellent report-writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with proficient written and verbal English communication. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to manage deadlines and supervise junior staff effectively.