Dubai Business Bay Financial District Architecture
UAE ACCOUNTING, BOOKKEEPING & CORPORATE TAX (9%)

Financial Clarity
For Every Stage
Of Growth.

Accounting, tax and compliance advisory built for UAE businesses that can't afford to get it wrong.

300+UAE Businesses Supported
AED 1.8B+Tax & Bookkeeping Managed
100%On-Time Filing Compliance
12+ YrsCombined Practice Practice
LEDGERA Accounting & Tax Advisory Dashboard
Dubai • Abu Dhabi • SharjahFTA Alignment & IFRS Standards
Zero Late-Filing PenaltiesFor All Retained Managed Clients
VERIFIED ADVISORY
TRUSTED ACCOUNTING & TAX ADVISORS TO:
NOVA GROUPALTA HOLDINGSORBIT TECHVANTAGE RETAILMERIDIAN CAPITALLUMEN INDUSTRIES
UAE REGULATORY TAX FRAMEWORK

UAE Corporate Tax — Are You Compliant?

Under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022, Corporate Tax applies to taxable profits generated in financial years starting on or after June 1, 2023.

01 — REGISTRATION

Mandatory TRN Registration

Every mainland and free zone taxable person must register with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) and obtain a Corporate Tax TRN.

02 — 9% TAX RATE

Threshold & Exemptions

UAE Corporate Tax is generally 9% for taxable net income exceeding AED 375,000, while income up to AED 375,000 is taxed at 0%.

03 — FREE ZONES (QFZP)

Qualifying Income Rules

Qualifying Free Zone Persons (QFZP) can benefit from a 0% rate on qualifying income, subject to adequate substance and audit criteria.

04 — RECORD KEEPING

5-Year Audit Mandate

Businesses must maintain audited financial statements and books of account for a minimum of 5 years following the relevant tax period.

General Tax Notice: General guidance only — this does not constitute tax advice. Actual tax treatment depends on the specific facts and financial circumstances of the business. Consult a registered UAE tax professional for final guidance.
INTERACTIVE COMPLIANCE ASSESSMENT

Check Your Corporate Tax Readiness.

Evaluate your entity's current financial record status to identify compliance exposure and recommended legal steps.

ASSESSED COMPLIANCE RISK LEVEL:MEDIUM RISK
RECOMMENDED COMPLIANCE STEP:

Schedule a professional bookkeeping catch-up and FTA Corporate Tax registration audit.

General Guidance Notice: This screening tool provides general guidance only and does not constitute tax or legal advice. Consult a registered UAE tax professional for official assessment.
LEDGERA PRACTICE MODULES

Our Practice Services.

From monthly cloud bookkeeping and 9% Corporate Tax returns to WPS payroll processing and external audit readiness.

01

Bookkeeping & Accounting

Monthly Reconciliations, Ledger Maintenance & Financial Statements

Structured bookkeeping utilizing cloud accounting (Xero / QuickBooks / Zoho Books) aligned with IFRS standards for complete financial visibility.

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02

Corporate Tax Advisory (9%)

FTA Registration, Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) Audit & Tax Filings

Guiding corporate entities through the UAE 9% Corporate Tax framework, taxable income calculations, Small Business Relief, and annual FTA return filings.

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03

VAT Registration & Filings

Quarterly VAT Returns, Input Tax Recovery & Voluntary Disclosures

Managing mandatory (AED 375k) and voluntary (AED 187.5k) UAE VAT registration, input tax optimization, quarterly filings, and FTA audit defense.

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04

Audit & Assurance Support

External Audit Readiness, Stock Count Verification & Financial Due Diligence

Preparing bulletproof audit files, trial balances, and supporting schedules for free zone authority and bank license renewal audits.

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05

Payroll & WPS Processing

Wage Protection System (WPS) Compliance, SIF File Generation & End of Service

Automating monthly staff salary processing, MoHRE WPS SIF file generation, leave salary accruals, and End of Service Gratuity (EOSG) calculations.

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06

Management Financial Reporting

C-Suite Dashboards, Cash Flow Forecasting & KPI Analysis

Executive monthly management packs highlighting gross margins, burn rates, working capital, and customized board-level KPI metrics.

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07

Economic Substance (ESR) & UBO

Relevant Activity Assessment, ESR Notifications & Ultimate Beneficial Owner Filings

Ensuring strict compliance with UAE Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) and Ministry of Economy Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) register mandates.

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08

Fractional CFO Advisory

Strategic Financial Planning, Capital Allocation & Banking Relationships

On-demand senior CFO leadership for budgeting, corporate debt restructuring, bank account opening support, and valuation reviews.

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ILLUSTRATIVE VAT POSITION ESTIMATOR

Estimate Your VAT Position.

Calculate your estimated monthly Output VAT (5%), Input VAT recovery, and net payable/refundable position.

Estimated 5% Output VAT: AED 7,500
Estimated 5% Recoverable Input VAT: AED 4,000
ESTIMATED NET MONTHLY VAT POSITION:ILLUSTRATIVE ESTIMATE
Estimated Net Payable to FTA:AED 3,500
Illustrative Calculation Disclaimer: Illustrative estimate only. Actual VAT position depends on specific transaction categories, zero-rated goods, and FTA input tax recovery rules. Consult LEDGERA for an accurate return audit.
PROVEN 5-STEP FINANCIAL FRAMEWORK

How We Work.

A structured accounting and tax workflow built for complete financial control, accuracy, and compliance peace of mind.

01

REVIEW

Financial Discovery

Privileged audit reviewing past trial balances, chart of accounts, VAT history, and Corporate Tax status.

STAGE 01 / 05
02

ORGANIZE

Ledger Reconciliation

Clean up backlogged accounts, scan missing invoices, and configure cloud software (Xero/QuickBooks).

STAGE 02 / 05
03

COMPLY

FTA Registration & Filings

Execute Corporate Tax TRN registration, process quarterly VAT returns, and file WPS payroll SIF files.

STAGE 03 / 05
04

OPTIMIZE

Management Reporting

Deliver monthly C-suite financial decks, cash flow forecasts, and margin variance analytics.

STAGE 04 / 05
05

SUPPORT

Ongoing Partnership

Dedicated chartered accountant team managing monthly closing by the 5th of every month.

STAGE 05 / 05
SECTOR-SPECIFIC FINANCIAL ARCHITECTURE

Industry Accounting Practice.

Select your business sector to explore common financial hurdles, reporting frameworks, and tailored LEDGERA engagement models.

SECTOR AUDIT

E-Commerce & Digital Brands

Managing high-volume online transaction reconciliations, payment gateway fees (Stripe/Checkout), multi-currency conversions, and cross-border GCC VAT.

RECURRING SECTOR HURDLES:
⚠️Payment gateway fee reconciliation
⚠️Cross-border GCC customer VAT rules
⚠️High inventory turnover valuation
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE MODULES:
Bookkeeping & AccountingVAT Registration & FilingsManagement Financial Reporting
REPORTING & ENGAGEMENT MODEL
CUSTOM REPORTING DELIVERABLE:Weekly COGS, Gross Margin per SKU, Gateway Fee Audit
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT MODEL:Monthly Cloud Accounting + Quarterly VAT Retainer
FEATURED UAE ACCOUNTING MATTER

Proven Financial Outcomes.

Examining how LEDGERA eliminated compliance exposure and accelerated monthly closing for Orbit Tech FZ.

CASE STUDY CLIENT

Orbit Tech FZ

Industry: Technology / Free Zone

"Disorganized 3-month backlogged bookkeeping, unfiled quarterly VAT returns, and risk of severe FTA penalties created investor audit failure exposure."

BEFORE LEDGERA ONBOARDING
Ledger Status:3 Months Unreconciled Ledgers
VAT Filings:2 Missed VAT Return Deadlines
Penalty Exposure:AED 45,000 Estimated FTA Penalty Exposure
AFTER LEDGERA ONBOARDING
Ledger Status:Fully Reconciled & Up-to-Date Books
VAT & Tax Filings:100% On-Time VAT & Corporate Tax Filings
Penalty Exposure:AED 0 Penalties Incurred
100%On-Time Compliance Filings
-70%Monthly Close Acceleration
AED 0Filing Penalties Since Onboarding

"LEDGERA took our books from total chaos to absolute clarity in under two months. We have never missed a VAT or Corporate Tax filing since partner onboarding."

Fatima Al Suwaidi, Founder of Orbit Tech FZ
DISTINCTIVE LEDGERA ADVANTAGE

Why LEDGERA.

6 core practice pillars defining our commitment to financial precision, tax accuracy, and client partnership.

FTA-Aligned Expertise

Strict alignment with UAE Federal Tax Authority Corporate Tax (9%) and VAT Decree-Law requirements.

Registered Tax Agent Support

Certified tax consultants and chartered accountants leading your monthly ledger reviews.

Transparent Monthly Pricing

Fixed monthly accounting retainers with zero hidden fees or surprise billings.

Real-Time Financial Visibility

24/7 cloud accounting access (Xero/QuickBooks) with monthly management decks by the 5th.

Multi-Industry Experience

Deep financial practice across UAE retail, real estate, tech, construction, and free zone entities.

Long-Term Financial Partnership

Proactive fiscal guidance protecting your profit margins and compliance as your business scales.

SENIOR ACCOUNTING & TAX DIRECTORS

Partners & Directors.

Led by veteran CPAs, chartered tax advisers, and former Big 4 audit directors with deep GCC practice experience.

Tariq Al-Mansoor, CPA
18+ Years GCC Practice

Tariq Al-Mansoor, CPA

Managing Partner & Executive Advisory

Former senior auditor at a Big 4 accounting firm in Dubai, Tariq has advised over 300 UAE enterprises on financial restructuring, IFRS compliance, and audit readiness.

SPECIALIZATION:Corporate Governance, Group Accounting & IFRS Financial Reporting
Sarah Jenkins, CTA
14+ Years Tax Advisory

Sarah Jenkins, CTA

Head of Corporate Tax & VAT Advisory

Chartered Tax Adviser specializing in UAE 9% Corporate Tax structuring, Free Zone qualifying income audits, and complex cross-border VAT filings.

SPECIALIZATION:UAE Corporate Tax (9%), Free Zone QFZP Rules & VAT Compliance
Faisal Al-Hashimi, FCA
15+ Years Financial Audit

Faisal Al-Hashimi, FCA

Head of Audit & Assurance

Fellow Chartered Accountant overseeing external audit readiness for DMCC, DAFZA, JAFZA, and mainland commercial entities across the 7 Emirates.

SPECIALIZATION:Free Zone Authority Audits, Bank Credit Assurance & Internal Control Audits
Nadia Al-Maktoum
12+ Years Client Operations

Nadia Al-Maktoum

Head of Client Accounts & Payroll (WPS)

Leads a team of senior chartered accountants handling monthly bookkeeping, accounts reconciliation, WPS payroll processing, and management reporting packs.

SPECIALIZATION:Cloud Accounting Implementation (Xero / QuickBooks), WPS SIF & Payroll
TAX & COMPLIANCE EDITORIAL JOURNAL

Financial Insights Journal.

Thought leadership analyzing UAE Corporate Tax decrees, VAT return audits, bookkeeping standards, and WPS payroll compliance.

UAE Corporate Tax: A Practical 9% Compliance Guide for SMEsCorporate Tax
August 20266 min read

UAE Corporate Tax: A Practical 9% Compliance Guide for SMEs

Essential steps for UAE mainland and free zone businesses to calculate taxable net income, apply Small Business Relief, and meet FTA return deadlines.

5 Costly VAT Filing Mistakes UAE Businesses Should AvoidVAT Compliance
July 20265 min read

5 Costly VAT Filing Mistakes UAE Businesses Should Avoid

Common pitfalls in input tax recovery, reverse charge mechanism calculations, and invoice formatting that trigger FTA tax audits.

Bookkeeping Best Practices for Free Zone & Mainland EntitiesBookkeeping
June 20267 min read

Bookkeeping Best Practices for Free Zone & Mainland Entities

Why maintain cloud ledgers (Xero/QuickBooks) is essential for bank account compliance and annual external audit certification.

UAE PRACTICE LOCATIONS

Consultancy Offices.

Convenient consulting offices located in Business Bay Dubai, ADGM Square Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.

Accounting, Corporate Tax & Executive Financial Advisory

DUBAI (HEADQUARTERS)

Vision Tower, Level 18Business Bay, Dubai, UAE
Mon – Fri: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
+971 4 399 7000
WhatsApp Advisory Desk
ADGM SPV Audit, ESR & Financial Reporting

ABU DHABI

Al Khatem Tower, Level 12ADGM Square, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Mon – Fri: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
+971 2 699 5000
WhatsApp Advisory Desk
SME Bookkeeping, Payroll (WPS) & VAT Support

SHARJAH

Sharjah Financial Center, Tower BAl Majaz Business District, Sharjah, UAE
Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
+971 6 512 3000
WhatsApp Advisory Desk
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS & REPUTATION

Trusted by UAE Business Owners.

"LEDGERA took our books from chaos to clarity in under two months. We have never missed a filing since onboarding."

Fatima Al Suwaidi

Founder, Orbit Tech FZ

Dubai (DMCC)
FINANCIAL REVIEW & INQUIRY WIZARD

Let's Review Your Finances.

Speak with a senior partner or tax director about your bookkeeping, VAT, or Corporate Tax requirements.

WhatsApp a Tax Advisor
UAE ACCOUNTING & TAX FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions.

Clear answers regarding UAE Corporate Tax, VAT return filings, WPS payroll, and monthly bookkeeping retainers.

Yes. All UAE businesses (mainland and free zone) carrying on a business or commercial activity are required to obtain a Corporate Tax Registration Number (TRN) from the FTA, regardless of revenue level.
Dubai Financial District Architecture

Stay Compliant. Stay in Control.

Speak with a UAE accounting and tax advisor about your business finances.

WhatsApp a Tax Advisor