Business Tax Advisor 

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Company Details
Industry: Consulting
Description: EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. Worldwide, our 230,000 people are united by our shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality. EY, has been in East Africa for over 87 years and with over 600 professionals, is today one of the largest professional services firms in the region.
Job Description

Your key responsibilities:

 

You will be part of a team serving clients in various public and private industries and sectors.

 

Support the successful delivery of tax projects, such as preparation of tax returns, advisories, support in relation to tax compliance, tax audits and dispute resolution.

 

Work on a broad portfolio of clients providing advice and support on a range of tax issues.

 

Support the team in the delivery of tax projects

 

Collaborate with a team of tax professionals to combine diverse cross-border experience with local tax knowledge across a broad spectrum of industries 

 

Participate and assist in preparing for meetings with management teams

 

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel

 

Prepare and participate in client workshops, presentations and educational –go to market initiatives.

 

Desired Candidate Profile 

 

 Does this sound like you?

 

A Bachelor’s degree in either Economics/Business/Finance or legal field with a minimum of upper second-class honours or its equivalent.

 

Technical expertise in tax matters.

 

At least two years’ experience in South Sudan Taxation matters 

 

Knowledge of Customs & Excise matters will be an added advantage.

 

Professional qualification in accounting is an added advantage (either ACCA, CPA or CA) 

 

Schooling: minimum overall grade of a B in KCSE and B in both English and Mathematics

 

South Sudan nationals are particularly encouraged to apply 

 

Are you willing to relocate and be localised in Kenya?

 

Skills and Key attributes

 

Highly motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team.

 

Facilitate delivery of effective approaches to our clients’ tax needs

 

Learn and develop specific client industry and sector knowledge

 

Build on technical competence by staying current on trends, developments and technical issues and applying them to client facts and circumstances

 

Excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral.

 

Enthusiastic team player with ability to partner effectively with team members. Passion to learn and engage in the team is the key attribute we look for.

 

A desire to learn and develop into the role.

 

Ability to plan and prioritize work.

 

 

 

Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
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