Ahmad Ali Jourieh
Senior Consultant - VAT/TAX
- VAT & Corporate Tax
Ahmad Ali Jourieh is an Approved Tax Agent and consultant at Farahat & Co., with a strong focus on Corporate Tax and VAT across the UAE. His work is centered on helping corporate clients maintain tax discipline, strengthen documentation, and manage regulatory obligations with greater confidence and clarity.
He has strong experience in UAE tax law and regularly represents clients before the Federal Tax Authority in matters involving audits, assessments, and appeals. His qualifications include a Corporate Tax Diploma and a VAT Compliance Diploma from PwC Academy, as well as an Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT). He is also a member of the Federation of Arab Tax Experts.
His work includes tax planning, registrations, refunds, tax health checks, reconciliations, and due diligence support. In addition to client advisory, he leads tax and accounting teams and delivers focused training and workshops to help businesses stay aligned with ongoing regulatory developments.
Professional Overview
Ahmad Ali Jourieh has worked extensively on Corporate Tax, VAT, FTA representation, compliance reviews, and tax advisory matters for businesses operating in the UAE. His work supports organizations that require technically sound tax guidance, stronger compliance frameworks, and structured documentation in response to evolving regulatory expectations.
He has contributed to FTA audit defense, tax appeals, VAT compliance, refund claims, tax health checks, reconciliations, and team-based client delivery. His work is valued for combining practical tax advisory with detailed regulatory understanding and structured compliance support.
Academic Credentials & Certifications
- Bona fide Tax Agent – Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
- Corporate Tax Diploma – PwC Academy
- VAT Compliance Diploma – PwC Academy
- ADIT – Advanced Diploma in International Taxation
- Transfer Pricing e-Learning – World Bank Group
- Member – Federation of Arab Tax Experts
Areas of Expertise
FTA Representation, Audits, Assessments, and Appeals
Ahmad Ali Jourieh represents corporate clients before the Federal Tax Authority in matters involving tax audits, assessments, and appeals. His work includes leading responses to complex FTA reviews, preparing defensible submissions, and helping clients address disputed assessments in a structured and technically supported manner.
He also advises on FTA compliance standards to ensure that submissions, responses, and reporting processes meet UAE regulatory requirements.
Corporate Tax Advisory and VAT Compliance
He advises businesses on Corporate Tax planning and filing requirements, helping them structure operations in a way that supports compliance while managing tax exposure appropriately. His work also includes end-to-end VAT compliance support, covering registrations, return filings, and complex refund claims.
He conducts detailed tax health checks, reconciliations, and due diligence reviews to identify weaknesses, correct inconsistencies, and strengthen the overall tax position of the business.
Team Leadership and Training
Ahmad Ali Jourieh manages multidisciplinary tax and accounting teams, overseeing return reviews, client onboarding support, and the maintenance of reliable financial records for tax purposes. His work also includes training and workshops for corporate clients, helping internal teams stay informed about developments in UAE tax law.
He also provides strategic guidance on transfer pricing, supported by specialized training, to assist clients dealing with cross-border tax and documentation issues.
Key Experience
- FTA representation in audits, assessments, and appeals
- Corporate Tax planning, filing, and compliance support
- VAT registrations, returns, and refund claims
- Tax health checks, reconciliations, and due diligence
- Leadership of tax and accounting teams
- Corporate training and workshops on UAE tax developments
- Transfer pricing advisory support for cross-border matters
- Documentation and compliance framework improvement
Case Study
Strategic Audit Defense to Strengthen Tax Position
A major UAE corporate group came under close FTA audit scrutiny, with potential exposure to substantial penalties due to alleged discrepancies in VAT reporting and weaknesses in Corporate Tax readiness. The client required both immediate audit defense and a stronger long-term tax planning framework.
Under Ahmad Ali Jourieh’s leadership as Approved Tax Agent, a full tax health check was carried out to identify and correct reporting gaps. A detailed review of financial records was conducted, and a comprehensive response file was prepared to support the client’s position before the FTA. At the same time, a revised Corporate Tax planning approach was introduced, and internal finance personnel were trained to improve future compliance discipline.
The result was a successful resolution of the FTA audit with a substantial reduction in the penalties initially under consideration. The client emerged with a stronger tax position, improved documentation, and a more reliable internal compliance framework that supported both immediate regulatory protection and long-term operational integrity.
Professional Approach
Ahmad Ali Jourieh’s professional approach is based on technical accuracy, strong documentation, and practical regulatory defense. His work focuses on helping businesses manage tax risk proactively while maintaining clear records, disciplined compliance processes, and defensible tax positions.
Whether the engagement involves FTA representation, Corporate Tax planning, VAT compliance, or team training, the objective remains to support regulatory safety, strengthen internal readiness, and provide reliable tax guidance for long-term business stability.
Summary Table
Area of Focus | Scope | Important Service |
|---|---|---|
| Tax Representation | FTA Audits and Appeals | Approved Tax Agent Services |
| VAT and Corporate Tax | Planning and Reporting | Registrations, Returns, and Refunds |
| Compliance | Health Checks | Due Diligence & Reconciliations |
| Training and Advisory | Corporate Clients | Workshops and Team Leadership |