KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Possess deep technical expertise and knowledge in tax laws and regulations (Local and international).
• Representing clients in tax audits, compliance checks and investigations as well as handling objections and appeals.
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with clients.
• Conduct training (internal & external).
• Responsible for growing the tax department clients’ portfolio and revenue growth.
• Provide leadership to the department.
• Responsible for billing and collection on engagements.
• Manage the department costs/expenses.
• Manage client expectations concerning new tax laws and engagements.
• Responsible for the timely update of Tax Watch (Our regular Tax Advisory newsletter to clients) and tax articles.

SKILLS

• A high standard of integrity
• Skilled at researching tax issues
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent business writing skills
• Critical thinker
• Excellent time management and project management skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelors’ degree in Commerce, Finance, Law, Economics, or any business-related disciplines.
• Full CPA (K), or ACCA professional qualifications.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in tax in a reputable tax consultancy firm.
• Minimum period of 2 years in audit assurance
• Thorough knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and practice.
• Post Graduate Diploma or Masters in Customs & Tax administration will be an added advantage