Tax Officer

About the role

A client of TestHiring is looking for a Tax Officer based in Nairobi, Kenya. The role responds to client queries on accounting and taxation matters, researches technical issues and prepares recommendations, and supports clients through tax and accounting implications of their business.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to client queries on accounting and taxation matters and research technical issues, preparing recommendations
• Assist clients with the tax and accounting implications of business transactions
• Review contracts, invoices, transactions and other documents from a tax and accounting perspective
• Help clients resolve accounting and tax discrepancies
• Prepare tax computations, schedules, reconciliations and advisory reports
• Escalate complex or high-risk tax matters to the Tax Manager or senior management
• Keep up to date with changes in tax legislation, accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field
• CPA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification preferred; membership of a relevant professional accounting body is an advantage
• Additional training in taxation, audit or financial reporting is an advantage
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in accounting, taxation, audit or professional services
• Experience with multiple clients is highly desirable

Required skills

• Practical experience in tax compliance and accounting
• Experience preparing financial statements and management accounts
• Experience supporting tax audits, investigations or tax authority queries is an advantage
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel