Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant

BrighterMonday Consulting

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Kenya

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Job summary

Ensure full compliance with Kenyan tax laws while supporting commercial operations through effective tax planning, reporting and risk management. The role oversees VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, withholding taxes, statutory deductions, audits and tax accounting.

Min Qualification:

Bachelors

Experience Level

Mid level

Experience Length

4 years

Language Requirement

English

Working Hours:

Full Time - 8 to 5

Applicant Location

Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

Reporting toHead of Finance

Position Summary

Ensure full compliance with Kenyan tax laws while supporting commercial operations through effective tax planning, reporting and risk management. The role oversees VAT, PAYE, corporate tax, withholding taxes, statutory deductions, audits and tax accounting.

Key Responsibilities

● Tax Compliance: Manage all tax compliance obligations, including the preparation and timely filing of VAT, PAYE, Corporate Income Tax, Withholding Taxes, statutory deductions, and other regulatory returns.

● Tax Accounting & Reporting: Prepare tax reconciliations, provisions, and supporting schedules; maintain accurate tax records and support monthly and annual financial reporting.

● VAT & Transaction Reviews: Review business transactions to ensure correct tax treatment and provide guidance on tax implications relating to procurement, inventory, processing, sales, and capital investments.

● Tax Audits: Coordinate KRA audits, reviews, assessments, and other statutory engagements, ensuring timely preparation of schedules, supporting documentation, and responses.

● Risk Management: Monitor changes in tax legislation, identify tax risks, recommend corrective actions, and strengthen internal controls to ensure ongoing compliance.