Ekansh Agrawal

Co-Founder

Dubai, United Arab Emirates9 yrs 6 mos experience

Key Highlights

Over 14 years of experience in indirect tax.
Assisted over 2,000 clients in tax matters.
Published tax articles and delivered presentations.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Tax Technology Expert with extensive experience in Indirect Taxation across the GCC.

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Skills

Core Skills

Indirect TaxationTax TechnologyE-invoicingVat ImplementationFinancial Analysis

Other Skills

LeadershipProject ManagementClient ManagementLegal OpinionsRegulatory ReportingClient AdvisoryGoods and Services Tax (GST)Foreign JurisprudenceEmployee TrainingValue-Added Tax (VAT)

About

A scholarship and merit holder chartered accountant passionate about tax and technology (geek alert!). My key areas of expertise include VAT in the GCC, E-invoicing readiness, customs and excise tax. A fast learner, I thrive on challenges - whether tackling complex assignments or going skydiving. Blessed to firsthand experience the indirect tax and e-invoicing implementation journeys across multiple jurisdictions - India, Bahrain, KSA, Oman and the UAE. Over the past 14+ years, I have been super lucky to work with incredible mentors and colleagues who have helped me grow both professionally and personally. I enjoy writing and delivering tax related presentations and have published tax articles for newspapers and journals. I have assisted over 2k clients and trained over 5k professionals across diverse nationalities. Alongside my technical expertise, I am excited about business development (which is key!). With a strong network in the UAE, KSA, Bahrain and the wider GCC, I have built some solid client relationships. Outside of work, you will find me playing racket sports, spending time with my family, podcasting, posting content on my social channels and volunteering for NGOs.

Experience

9 yrs 6 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 7 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 3 mos

Current Experience

One x global

Co-Founder & Partner

Apr 2026 – Present · 2 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Building a next generation consulting firm in the UAE, leading indirect tax and tax technology (e-invoicing) across the UAE and wider GCC.

Indirect TaxationTax TechnologyE-invoicing

Kpmg lower gulf

2 roles

Associate Director - Indirect Tax

Oct 2025 – Apr 2026 · 6 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

E-invoicingIndirect TaxationLeadershipProject Management

Manager - Indirect Tax

Mar 2023 – Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Currently assisting clients in preparation for implementation of e-invoicing in the UAE (July 2026)
Regularly advising clients on complex and routine indirect tax matters covering VAT, excise tax and custom duties
Training and development initiatives for the team
Generating business development opportunities through personal connects and marketing campaigns

Taxation society uae

Founding Member & Secretary

Jun 2025 – Present · 1 yr · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Walk the talk podcast uae

Host & Founder

Mar 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Ventured into content creation with my new channel @animperfectguy (Instagram & YouTube), where I explore real business journeys across the UAE. Through raw, walk-and-talk conversations with founders and leaders - inside factories, shops, and workspaces - I uncover the stories behind the grind: how they started, what they struggled with and what kept them going. Because real talk creates real impact. Hit subscribe to stay inspired and support the stories that matter.

Kpmg bahrain

2 roles

Manager - Indirect Tax

Promoted

Oct 2022 – Mar 2023 · 5 mos · Bahrain

Lead client pitch meetings, cross-selling and other business development initiatives.
Assist clients with post implementation health checks, tax audits, seeking clarifications and representing before appellate authorities for waiver of penalties imposed.
Develop and maintain close relationships with audit and advisory teams within the firm.
Responsible for monthly publication of thought leadership topics on tax.
Work on several tax restructuring and due diligence engagements.
Conduct training sessions for clients and tax team members on technical issues.

Deputy Manager - Indirect Tax

Nov 2020 – Sep 2022 · 1 yr 10 mos · Bahrain

Mmjs consulting

Assistant Manager - VAT

Nov 2018 – Oct 2020 · 1 yr 11 mos · UAE, Bahrain and KSA

Lead manager on 50+ VAT implementation projects across Bahrain, UAE and KSA.
Managed and mentored a diverse team of 5 tax professionals.
Built and maintained relationships with clients while providing VAT expert advice.

VAT ImplementationClient Management

Lakshmikumaran and sridharan

Senior Associate - GST

Sep 2016 – Oct 2018 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Gurugram, Haryana, India

Part of India's number 1 indirect tax law firm.
Received the firm's high performance award within 6 months of joining.
Assisted blue chip clients with successful transition from multiple indirect tax laws to the GST regime.
Prepared reports containing financial and legal impact analysis by simulating alternative
transaction scenarios for optimizing tax positions.
Drafted legal opinions, research notes and representations on open ended issues.

Indirect TaxationLegal Opinions

Credit suisse

Financial Analyst

Nov 2014 – Nov 2015 · 1 yr · Pune District, Maharashtra, India

Part of the group finance team engaged in regulatory reporting and VAT filings in the UK.
Closely interacted and coordinated with product controllers and stakeholders worldwide.
Received recognition and praises from senior management for being proactive and taking initiatives.

Financial AnalysisRegulatory Reporting

Padam dinesh & co, chartered accountants

Tax Analyst

Oct 2012 – Oct 2014 · 2 yrs · Greater Delhi Area

Part of the indirect tax team focusing mainly on service tax, VAT and excise tax compliance and advisory.
The role involved regular client visits and attending technical training sessions on VAT and excise.

Indirect TaxationClient Advisory