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Catapult Auditing LLC SOC — Dubai, UAE

"Assurance
with trust,
Excellence with timeliness"

Dubai's trusted FTA-approved audit, tax and advisory firm. Serving 300+ businesses across the UAE with world-class financial expertise since 2017.

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UAE Clients
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Years in UAE
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UAE Professionals
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% FTA Compliant
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VAT Compliance
100%
FTA Approved Agency
Client Growth
+32.4%
Annual UAE portfolio
Corp Tax Filed
500+
Returns filed in UAE
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Knowledge Hub

UAE Tax Insights &
Business Intelligence

Expert articles on UAE corporate tax, VAT compliance, FTA regulations and business advisory — curated for UAE businesses.

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Corporate Tax UAE

UAE Corporate Tax 2025: What Every Dubai Business Must Know Before Filing

The FTA has clarified key provisions for small business relief and qualifying free zone income. Your complete Dubai compliance guide.

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Business Advisory

Virtual CFO vs In-House CFO: The ROI Calculation for UAE SMEs

As UAE businesses scale post-2024 economic growth, the Virtual CFO model proves 3x more cost-effective for companies under AED 50M revenue.

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VAT Advisory

VAT Voluntary Disclosure: When to File & How to Avoid FTA Penalties in Dubai

Our FTA-approved tax team explains when voluntary disclosure is mandatory and how to minimise exposure to UAE penalties.

Career Insights

Build Your Career in
UAE Finance & Compliance

Opportunities in Dubai and what it takes to thrive at the UAE's leading audit and advisory firm.

🌟 Career Path

From Audit Associate to Partner: The Catapult Dubai Roadmap

Structured career progression from associate to manager to director in our Dubai office — backed by mentorship from Big 4-trained leaders. Visa sponsorship for all roles. Average promotion cycle: 2.5 years.

CA / ACCAUAE Tax DiplomaVisa SponsoredLeadership
🎯 Open Positions

We're Hiring: Tax & Audit Professionals in Dubai

Actively seeking qualified CAs, ACCA graduates and UAE-experienced finance specialists for our growing tax practice, VAT team and Virtual CFO division. Competitive UAE package with visa sponsorship.

Dubai-basedVisa SponsoredHybrid WorkACCA / CA
📈 UAE Finance Outlook

UAE Finance Sector to Add 18,000 Compliance Jobs by 2026

With UAE corporate tax, OECD Pillar Two discussions, ESG reporting mandates and DIFC expansion, demand for qualified finance professionals in Dubai has never been higher.

Corporate TaxTransfer PricingVAT Compliance
🏆 Dubai Culture & Benefits

Why Our Dubai Team Recommends Catapult as a Career Destination

Tax-free salary, visa sponsorship, annual flights, medical insurance and exposure to GCC-wide mandates. Employee satisfaction surveys rate us 4.8/5 — attrition is 60% below UAE industry average.

Tax-Free SalaryGCC ExposureAnnual Flights
Trusted & Verified — UAE

Listed or
Approved by

Catapult Auditing LLC SOC is formally recognised and approved by the UAE's most prestigious financial and regulatory authorities.

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)
All UAE Government Departments & Chamber of Commerce
Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA) & Power Hub by DAFZ
Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC)
About Catapult UAE

Dubai's Trusted
Audit & Tax Partner

FTA-approved and DIFC-listed since 2017. Serving 300+ UAE businesses with world-class audit, tax and advisory services.

Dubai Office

2017

Established in Dubai

UAE Practice

Your Trusted Partner in the UAE & GCC

Established in Dubai in 2017, Catapult Auditing LLC SOC is an FTA-approved Tax Agency and DIFC-listed firm providing tailored audit, VAT, corporate tax and advisory solutions to 300+ UAE clients.

Our Dubai team of 40+ professionals — CAs (India & UAE), ACCA members and UAE Tax Diploma holders — serve businesses across all UAE emirates and free zones.

FTA Approved Tax Agency

Officially recognised by the UAE Federal Tax Authority for tax representation.

DIFC & DMCC Listed

Approved auditors across Dubai's premier financial and free zones.

India-UAE Corridor Experts

Seamless advisory across both regulatory environments for cross-border businesses.

2017

Dubai Office

Opened at CBI Building, Al Rigga, Dubai.

2019

DIFC Listed

Listed as approved auditors at DIFC and DMCC.

2025

FTA Approved

Became an FTA-approved Tax Agency in the UAE.

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300+ UAE Clients

30+ UAE professionals serving across all emirates.

Sectors — UAE

Industries We Serve in the UAE

🚚Transportation & Logistics
🏗️Real Estate & Construction
🏨Hotel & Leisure
🛍️Consumer & Retail
🛡️Insurance Brokerage
🏭Manufacturing & Trading
📡Telecom & Technology
🏥Healthcare & Education
🏢Facility Management
🌍Free Zone Companies
Services — UAE

UAE-Specific
Financial Solutions

Comprehensive audit, tax and advisory services tailored for the UAE regulatory environment — FTA-approved and DIFC-listed.

What We Offer — UAE

UAE Services Built Around
FTA Compliance & Growth

From VAT returns to corporate tax filings — every service is designed for UAE businesses.

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Audit & Assurance

Statutory audit, IFRS, forensic audit, ICV certificates and UAE-specific certifications.

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UAE Tax Practice

VAT advisory, UAE corporate tax, transfer pricing and FTA dispute resolution.

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Business Advisory & Virtual CFO

Risk consulting, valuations, M&A, ERP and UAE-focused financial leadership.

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Bookkeeping & BPM

UAE-compliant outsourced accounting, WPS payroll, MIS and ERP.

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Ready to Get Started?

Book a free consultation with our Dubai team today.

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Audit & Assurance

UAE Statutory · IFRS · Forensic

UAE Statutory Audit

Audits under UAE Commercial Companies Law and IFRS standards.

IFRS Implementations

IFRS 9, 15, 16, 17 adoption and financial statement conversion.

Forensic Audit

Detection and investigation of fraud and financial irregularities.

ICV Certification

In-Country Value certificates for government and oil & gas tenders.

System Audit

IT audit, cybersecurity reviews and ERP data integrity assessments.

Agreed Upon Procedures

AUP reports for banks, investors and regulatory bodies in UAE.

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UAE Tax Practice

VAT · Corporate Tax · Transfer Pricing

VAT Advisory & Filing

VAT registration, return filing, reconciliation and FTA advisory.

UAE Corporate Tax

CIT registration, impact assessment, filing and compliance.

FTA Assessment Advisory

FTA audit representation, tax dispute resolution and voluntary disclosure.

Transfer Pricing UAE

TP documentation, master file, local file and OECD-compliant filings.

Excise Tax

Excise registration, return filing and refund applications.

Economic Substance

ESR compliance advisory, notification and annual reporting.

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Business Advisory & Virtual CFO

UAE-Focused · Strategic · Operational

Virtual CFO — UAE

UAE-compliant financial leadership, budgeting and board reporting.

Business Valuations

Valuations for UAE M&A, dispute resolution and investor reporting.

M&A Deal Advisory

Transaction advisory, due diligence and post-merger integration in UAE.

ERP Implementation

SAP, RAMCO, Oracle and custom ERP solutions for UAE businesses.

Risk & Internal Audit

UAE-specific risk frameworks, internal audit and SOP development.

Company Formation

Mainland, freezone and offshore company setup advisory in UAE.

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Bookkeeping & BPM

UAE-Compliant · Outsourced · Scalable

Outsourced Accounting UAE

UAE-compliant full-cycle accounting on SAP, Zoho and Tally.

WPS Payroll

UAE Wages Protection System compliant payroll management.

MIS Reporting

Board-ready monthly MIS reports and KPI dashboards.

Accounts Receivable/Payable

AR/AP management, reconciliations and cash flow monitoring.

Our People — Dubai

Meet Our
Dubai Experts

40+ qualified professionals based in Dubai — FTA-certified, Big 4-trained, and dedicated to UAE excellence.

UAE Leadership

Mohamed Yaser Arafath

Mohamed Yaser Arafath

Founder Partner
Tax, Audit & Assurance
CA (India & UAE) · CIPA
Arun Kumar K

Arun Kumar K

Founder Partner
Advisory, Audit & Assurance
CA · DISA · Ex - PwC
Karthick Raghavan

Karthick Raghavan

Tax Partner
Tax Advisory
CA · Ex - Deloitte · Ex - EY
Ajay Parthasarathy

Ajay Parthasarathy

Director
Business Process Management
CA · SAP & ERP Expert

UAE Tax Team

Mohamed Sahal

Mohamed Sahal

Associate Director
UAE Corporate Tax
CA Finalist
Mohammed Salmanziadh

Mohammed Salmanziadh

Associate Director
Indirect Tax & VAT UAE
Diplomo UAE VAT
Mohammed Jamil

Mohammed Jamil

Senior Associate
Corporate Tax
Diplomo Transfer Pricing

UAE Audit & Assurance

Mohammed Gassan

Mohammed Gassan

Manager UAE
Audit & Assurance
CA · Ex - PwC
Shameem Ahamed K T

Shameem Ahamed K T

Manager UAE
Audit & Assurance
CA · Ex - Infosys
Umar Mukthar

Umar Mukthar

Assistant Manager
Audit & Assurance
CA Finalist
Mohammed Ijas

Mohammed Ijas

Assistant Manager
Audit & Assurance
CA Finalist
Rukshana Rajendran

Rukshana Rajendran

Senior Associate
Audit & Assurance
ACCA
Ahamed Basha

Ahamed Basha

Senior Associate
Audit & Assurance
CA · ACA

UAE Virtual CFO & BPM

Mohammed Ashkar

Mohammed Ashkar

Senior Associate
Virtual CFO - UAE
CIMA · Reading

Talk to Our Dubai Experts

Our FTA-approved UAE team is ready to help you navigate corporate tax, VAT, audit and all UAE compliance requirements.

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Contact — Dubai

Reach Our
Dubai Team

Our FTA-approved Dubai team is ready to help with VAT, corporate tax, audit and all UAE compliance needs.

Dubai Office

Our Dubai team operates from Al Rigga — centrally located to serve clients across all UAE emirates and free zones.

🇦🇪 UAE — Dubai Headquarters
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CBI Building, 5th Floor, Al Rigga, PO: 22957, Dubai, UAE

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+971 4 258 3577

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+971 50 799 4968 (WhatsApp)

✓ FTA Approved Tax Agency — UAE

Catapult Auditing LLC SOC is an FTA-approved Tax Agency recognised by the UAE Federal Tax Authority for all tax-related representation.

Write to Our Dubai Team

Our UAE team responds within 24 business hours.

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Catapult Auditing LLC SOC — India

"Assurance
with trust,
Excellence with timeliness"

Trusted by 300+ businesses across India and the UAE. Delivering world-class financial, tax and audit solutions from our Chennai headquarters.

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Global Offices
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Revenue Growth
+24.6%
YoY performance
Tax Compliance
100%
FTA Approved
Audit Accuracy
99.8%
Client satisfaction
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Knowledge Hub

Insights, Trends &
India Tax Intelligence

Expert articles on Indian tax law, GST, audit best practices, and business advisory — curated for Indian businesses.

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Income Tax

India Income Tax 2025: Key Changes Every Business Needs to Know

New TDS rules, tax slab revisions and compliance updates that impact businesses and individuals across India.

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GST Advisory

GST Compliance in 2025: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Our GST specialists share the most frequent errors discovered during audits and actionable steps to stay compliant.

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Audit & Assurance

When Is a Statutory Audit Mandatory? A Complete Guide for Indian Companies

Thresholds, timelines, and documentation requirements every Indian business owner must understand.

Career Insights

Build Your Career in
Finance & Compliance

Opportunities, growth paths, and what it takes to thrive at one of India's most respected audit and advisory firms.

🌟 Career Path

From Audit Associate to Partner: The Catapult India Roadmap

Structured career progression from associate to manager to director — backed by mentorship from Big 4-trained leaders in Chennai. Average promotion cycle: 2.5 years.

CA / CMAIFRS ExpertiseLeadershipClient Management
🎯 Open Positions

We're Hiring: Tax & Audit Professionals in Chennai

Actively seeking qualified CAs, CMAs and finance specialists for our growing tax practice and virtual CFO division in Chennai. Competitive package with opportunity to work on international mandates.

Chennai-basedInternational ExposureFlexible Work
📈 India Finance Outlook

India's Finance Sector to Add 25,000 Compliance Jobs by 2026

With GST evolution, new income tax regulations, and SEBI mandates, demand for qualified CAs and CMAs has never been higher across Indian metros.

GST ComplianceTransfer PricingTax Advisory
🏆 Culture & Values

Why 90% of Our India Team Recommends Catapult as a Career Home

Employee surveys consistently rate Catapult Chennai highly for development, leadership quality, and opportunity to work on international UAE-India mandates. Attrition is 60% below industry average.

MentorshipGlobal ExposureWork-Life Balance
About Catapult India

Built on Expertise.
Driven by Integrity.

Founded in Chennai in 2015. Serving businesses across India with 10+ years of trusted audit, tax and advisory excellence.

Chennai Office

2015

Founded in Chennai

India Practice

Your Partner for Growth in India & Beyond

Founded in Chennai in 2015, Catapult India has grown to serve 300+ clients with a team of 60+ professionals including CAs, CMAs and ACCA members — all delivering the highest ethical standards.

Our India practice covers statutory audit, income tax, GST, transfer pricing, virtual CFO and business advisory — serving clients across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra and beyond.

ICAI Registered Firm

Fully registered and compliant with ICAI standards.

Big 4 Alumni Leadership

Partners trained at PwC, Deloitte, EY, and leading Indian practices.

Cross-Border Expertise

India-UAE corridor specialists — ideal for businesses with international presence.

2015

Chennai Founded

Audit and tax practice established in Adambakkam, Chennai.

2017

UAE Partnership

Dubai office opened to serve India-UAE corridor clients.

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ICAI Empanelled

Empanelled with major public sector undertakings.

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300+ Clients

60+ professionals serving clients across India and UAE.

Sectors — India

Industries We Serve in India

🏭Manufacturing
🛍️Retail & FMCG
🏗️Real Estate
🏥Healthcare
📡IT & Technology
🚚Logistics & Supply Chain
🏨Hospitality
🎓Education
🛡️BFSI
🏢Infrastructure
Services — India

Comprehensive
Financial Solutions for India

Four integrated service pillars tailored for the Indian regulatory and compliance landscape.

What We Offer

Services Built for
Indian Businesses

From statutory audit to GST advisory — every service adds measurable value.

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Audit & Assurance

Statutory audit, IFRS, forensic audit, systems audit and ICAI certifications.

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Tax Practice

Income tax, GST advisory, transfer pricing and tax litigation support.

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Business Advisory & Virtual CFO

Risk consulting, valuations, M&A, ERP implementation and financial leadership.

Learn more →
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Bookkeeping & BPM

Outsourced accounting, payroll, MIS reporting and ERP implementation.

Learn more →

Ready to Get Started?

Book a free consultation with our India team today.

Get started →
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Audit & Assurance

Statutory · Internal · Forensic

Statutory Audit

Under Companies Act 2013 and ICAI standards.

Tax Audit (Sec 44AB)

Comprehensive tax audit reports and documentation.

Internal Audit

Risk-based internal audit for operational efficiency.

Forensic Audit

Detection and investigation of fraud and irregularities.

IFRS Implementation

IND AS adoption and financial statement conversion.

Secretarial Audit

MCA compliance and ROC filing support.

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Direct & Indirect Tax

Income Tax · GST · Transfer Pricing

Income Tax Advisory

Tax planning, structuring, and return filing for corporates and HNIs.

GST Compliance

Registration, return filing, reconciliation and audit support.

Transfer Pricing

TP documentation, master file, local file and APA support.

Tax Litigation

Representation before CIT(A), ITAT and High Courts.

International Tax

DTAA advisory for India-UAE and India-global structures.

TDS Compliance

TDS filing, returns, reconciliation and advisory.

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Business Advisory & Virtual CFO

Strategic · Operational · Financial Leadership

Virtual CFO

Financial leadership, budgeting, MIS and profitability analysis.

Business Valuations

DCF and market approach valuations for M&A and litigation.

M&A Advisory

Due diligence, deal structuring and post-merger integration.

ERP Implementation

SAP, RAMCO, Tally and custom ERP solutions.

Risk & Internal Control

SOX/IFC compliance, risk assessment and SOP design.

FEMA & RBI Compliance

Foreign investment compliance, remittance reporting and advisory.

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Bookkeeping & BPM

Outsourced · Streamlined · Scalable

Outsourced Accounting

Full-cycle accounting on Tally, SAP, QuickBooks and Zoho.

Payroll Processing

PF, ESIC, PT and TDS-compliant payroll management.

MIS Reporting

Customised monthly management reports and dashboards.

Accounts Receivable/Payable

AR/AP management, reconciliations and collections.

Our People — India

Meet the Experts
Driving Our India Practice

60+ qualified professionals with Big 4 and leading Indian firm experience — based in Chennai.

Founding Partners

Mohamed Yaser Arafath

Mohamed Yaser Arafath

Founder Partner
Tax, Audit & Assurance
CA (India & UAE) · CIPA
Arun Kumar K

Arun Kumar K

Founder Partner
Advisory, Audit & Assurance
CA · DISA · Ex - PwC
Karthick Raghavan

Karthick Raghavan

Tax Partner
Tax Advisory
CA · Ex - Deloitte · EY
Ajay Parthasarathy

Ajay Parthasarathy

Director
Business Process Management
CA · SAP & ERP Expert

Tax Team

Sivarangini

Sivarangini

Tax Head
Direct & Indirect Tax
CA · ACA

Audit Team

Vineeth CP

Vineeth CP

Audit & Assurance Head
Audit & Assurance
CA · ACA

Join Our India Team or Work With Us

Our Chennai-based team of 60+ qualified professionals is ready to help you navigate India's complex financial landscape.

Schedule a Consultation →
Contact — India

Reach Our
Chennai Team

Our India team is ready to help with your audit, tax and advisory needs. Get in touch today.

India Office

Our Chennai-headquartered team serves clients across India. Contact us for a free initial consultation.

🇮🇳 India — Chennai Headquarters
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2B, II Floor, No.6, ADBM Building, West Karikalan Street, Sanjay Gandhi Nagar, Adambakkam, Chennai – 600088, Tamil Nadu

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+91 99622 40762

✓ ICAI Registered Auditing Firm

Catapult Auditing LLC SOC is a registered firm under the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.

Write to Our India Team

Our Chennai team responds within 24 business hours.

📬 Direct to our India Partner:
This message will be saved in our admin panel and sent to Arunkumar@cat-cons.com