Tax Accountant Jobs In Kenya.

Summary: Our client is a leading international oil company; it has been in operation for over 25 years and is seeking to recruit a Tax Accountant, Kenya Office.

Key Responsibilities
* Update the Management on existing and on new Tax regulations.
* Act as the company’s main contact with the KRA.
* Prepare and submit returns: WHT, VAT, PAYE, and Corporate Income Tax.
* Follow up on all tax returns as necessary
* Ensure appropriate tax payments are made on a timely manner.
* Obtain tax remission, exemptions and refunds for VAT, Customs duty and any other applicable taxes as appropriate.
* Ensure correct procedures and documentation is submitted for importation and exporting of products and equipment.
* Liaise with clearing agents and KRA on importation and exportation of products.
* Follow up and clear import and transit entries.
* Prepare all Tax reconciliations.
* Ensure adherence to KRA Tax Regulations and requirements.
* Manage external audits for both KRA and financial statement audits.
* Where necessary integrate and assist the accounting function in carrying out its accounting functions.
* Other ad-hoc projects that may be required from time to time.

Qualification and experience
* A University Degree in Business or Law and/or ACCA/CPA qualifications.
* At least 3 years working experience in Tax environment
* Thorough knowledge of Taxation Laws and of Tax processing systems.
* In-depth knowledge of Customs and Excise Tax, VAT, Income Tax, Payroll taxes and East Africa Community Customs Management Acts.
* Proactive forward-thinking on analysing Tax Laws and Tax changes, and their effects on the organisation.
* Ability to research concepts and Tax applications effectively.
* Ability to advise organisation of Tax effects of all initiatives and projects.
* Ability to handle Corporate Tax issues, deferred tax, wear and tear computations.
* Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to generate documentation of a high standard
* Good presentation skills.
* Confidentiality and high integrity.
* Able to work with minimum supervision.
* Excellent communication skills at all levels, both internally and externally.
* Proficiency in accounting.

How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 25th March 2011.

Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

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