Abdulla AL Mehairbi
VAT Analyst | Tax Compliance
Profile summary
Adaptable VAT Analyst with 9 years of experience in tax compliance, financial documentation, and administrative operations. Transitioned from a background in HR and corporate administration to specialize in VAT filing, tax refund processing, and regulatory audit support. Maintains 100% accuracy in financial reporting through rigorous data management and adherence to statutory deadlines. Committed to precision in tax documentation and the maintenance of compliant operational workflows.
Career highlights
VAT Compliance: Prepared and submitted periodic VAT returns for clients while ensuring full adherence to statutory filing deadlines and local tax regulations.
Tax Recovery: Managed the end-to-end VAT refund process, coordinating directly with tax authorities to secure financial recoveries for eligible clients.
Audit Support: Reviewed client financial records and documentation to verify compliance, providing necessary evidence and clarifying tax positions during regulatory audits.
Data Management: Maintained personnel and financial records across multiple roles, achieving 100% accuracy in reporting and ensuring consistent regulatory compliance.
Key skills
Professional experience
Led VAT compliance engagements at KPMG Lower Gulf Limited, directing the preparation of tax filings and the management of refund processes for a diverse client portfolio. Oversaw the review of financial documentation to ensure adherence to regional tax regulations and supported clients through external audits and tax reviews.
- Prepared and submitted periodic VAT returns for clients, ensuring accuracy and adherence to statutory filing deadlines.
- Managed the end-to-end VAT refund process, coordinating with tax authorities to secure recoveries for eligible clients.
- Reviewed client financial records and supporting documentation to verify compliance with local tax laws and internal reporting standards.
- Supported clients during tax audits and regulatory reviews by providing documentation and clarifying tax positions to auditors.
Led HR administration for the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, directing the maintenance of personnel records and documentation. Managed operational workflows to ensure compliance with internal standards and supported the coordination of departmental HR activities.
- Maintained personnel records and documentation to ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated HR operations by facilitating communication between departments and managing administrative workflows.
Led administrative operations and personnel coordination during National Service. Directed daily logistics, maintained unit records, and ensured compliance with organizational protocols for a team of 30 personnel.
- Managed unit documentation and personnel records to ensure 100% accuracy in reporting.
- Coordinated daily training schedules and equipment maintenance cycles for the unit.
- Executed logistical support plans for field exercises, ensuring all resources were available for deployment.
Led front desk operations at ADNOC – Abu Dhabi Marine Operating, directing visitor management and administrative support. Managed incoming communications, scheduling, and corporate correspondence to maintain office workflow.
- Managed front desk operations and visitor access protocols for the facility.
- Coordinated daily scheduling and handled professional correspondence for internal departments.
- Directed incoming call traffic and routed inquiries to appropriate personnel.