Deputy Commissioner, Audit and Risk at PKF firms

About the position

The jobholder shall be responsible for leadership and management of audit and risk programmes in line with tax law, Policy and Procedures, to enhance tax compliance and enforce accurate reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee development of strategies to effectively combat illicit trade and support revenue collection due from economic activities.
• Provide leadership in formulation of strategic plans, policies, procedures and best practice.
• Oversee the implementation of strategies to enhance operational efficiency and reduce cost of compliance in the Department.
• Provide leadership in implementation of strategies to drive innovation, including automation of processes in line with the overall strategic plan of the Authority
• Spearhead formulation, implementation and review of the Divisional annual work plans, budgets and procurement and asset disposal plans.
• Provide leadership in development of frameworks, workplans and budget for execution of risk management policy and strategies to ensure the Division has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls and business continuity.
• Provide leadership to ensure continuous improvement of business processes and controls in the division and develop mechanisms for corporate consultations, and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs
• Oversee implementation of adopted principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the Division.
• Oversee robust performance management within the division through providing oversight of the delivery of the annual performance contract.
• Provide leadership in the Division through supervision, coaching, mentoring, training and development of the divisional staff to ensure an effective and motivated team.
• Oversee the implementation of audit quality assurance monitoring framework and ensure implementation of corrective actions to close identified gaps.
• Oversee review and alignment of operational procedures to legislative and administrative changes/amendments as may be required.

Person specifications:

• Must possess Bachelor’s degree in relevant Social Sciences, Business, Pure and Applied Sciences from a recognised and accredited institution.
• A Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must have certificate in Tax Administration
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, at least five (5) of which should be in senior and / or middle Management levels.
• Must have professional qualification / membership to a professional body and be in good standing.
• Must possess a certified accountancy / audit qualification.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution 2010

 Key competencies:

• Strategic leadership skills and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen / business orientation.
• Innovative thinking.
• Organisational skills.
• Resilience and adaptability.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Customer- centric approach.
• Professionalism, ethical judgment and integrity.