Misbha Fathima
ACCA / Tax, Audit And Finance Professional
Dubai
Summary
I am an ACCA-qualified , IFAC compliant professional with 5+ years of UAE experience in VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, advisory, and audit support. Managed compliance for 200+ client portfolios via FTA EmaraTax, supported IFRS implementation (IFRS 15, IAS 2), and led teams of up to six individuals. Strong client-facing and business development track record, with cross-industry exposure across real estate, construction, retail, management consultancy, aviation and healthcare consultancy and logistics. Currently pursuing a VAT Compliance Diploma (PwC) and Financial Modelling certification. Seeking a Senior Tax Advisor, Tax Manager, or Audit & Financial Analyst role in the UAE.
Overview
4
4
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Advisor
Commitbiz L.L.C
Dubai
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Managed and advised clients on UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance and planning.
- Led VAT and Corporate Tax registrations, deregistrations, and return filings via FTA EmaraTax.
- Set up accounting and tax frameworks for internal and external clients.
- Prepared and reviewed corporate and individual tax returns, ensuring accuracy and deadlines.
- Developed audit-ready tax reports and supporting documentation.
- Monitored legislative changes and advised clients on tax impact and risk mitigation.
- Conducted internal tax trainings and workshops on regulatory updates.
- Led and mentored a team of six staff, setting KPIs, reviewing work quality, and improving turnaround time and accuracy across billing and reconciliations.
- Managed billing, collections, and customer account reconciliations for a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely invoicing and resolution of discrepancies impacting cash flow.
- Drove new business by meeting prospective clients online and offline to present tax and accounting services, resulting in converted long-term client engagements by 15%.
Assistant Tax Manager
Alliance Prime Accounting and Tax Consultancy
Dubai
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed VAT compliance for 200+ clients, ensuring timely and accurate filings, including holding companies.
- Performed VAT pre-audits, refunds, voluntary disclosures, and FTA correspondence.
- Handled VAT registrations and deregistrations across multiple client portfolios.
- Supported tax and financial audits, including major real estate clients.
- Prepared and reviewed management reports, P&L statements, and balance sheets.
- Designed and implemented internal controls and SOPs.
- Supported IFRS implementation (IFRS 15, IAS 2) and performed reconciliations.
- Analyzed financial data to identify tax risks and process improvements.
- Supervised and trained junior tax staff, enhancing team productivity.
Education
Association of Chartered Certified Accountant, ACCA - Accounting And Finance
ACCA
U.A.E 04.2001 -
Bachelor's Degree, Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Annamalai University
Chennai, India07-2018
Skills
ADVANCED EXCELMS OFFICEZOHO BOOKSQUICKBOOKSUAE VAT AND CORPORATE TAX COMPLIANCEFTA EMARATAX
CUSTOMS AND IMPORT VATIFRSBUSINESS DEVELOPMENTTEAM LEADERSHIP AND MENTORINGFINANCIAL ANALYSISFINANCIAL ACCOUNTINGCLIENT AND STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENTESR, UBO AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCETAX AUDITS, DISPUTES AND VOLUNTARY DISCLOSURES
Timeline
Tax Advisor
Commitbiz L.L.C
01.2023 - 01.2026
Assistant Tax Manager
Alliance Prime Accounting and Tax Consultancy
01.2019 - 01.2023
Association of Chartered Certified Accountant, ACCA - Accounting And Finance
ACCA
04.2001 -
Bachelor's Degree, Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Annamalai University