Business Tax Advisor at Ernst & Young

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.

What We Are Looking For

• Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

What working at EY offers

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.