Tax Accountant at Express Shipping & Logistics (EA) Limited (ESL)

The Incumbent must possess at least 4 years’ experience in Tax Accounting. He/she should have knowledge of Tax Procedures, Auditing, Financial Reporting, Data Analyzing and Cost Controls.

Purpose:

• Responsible for analyzing fiscal matters and preparing, submitting and managing tax statements and returns.
• Provides advice on financial and tax matters.
• Should have an in-depth knowledge of the regulations, laws and acts that govern this process.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Create and update tax provision schedules, data collection systems, and maintain the corporate tax database.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing and payment of all relevant taxes.
• Ensure adherence to Tax Regulations and requirements.
• Liaise with tax authorities over tax payment matters.
• Determine tax optimization and recommend strategies to improve cash flow and profits.
• Evaluate tax regulations and suggest appropriate policies.
• Keep abreast to all relevant local and international Tax trends and regulations.
• Provide services and support on business operation matters.
• Recommend tax advisory and tax strategies that align with business goals.
• Liaise with various tax authorities, consultants, experts and provide tax related support including training.
• Advise management on the impact of new laws on tax liabilities.
• Establish appropriate system or processes for tax risk management.
• Prepare tax related reports including tax calculations, project tax analysis, estimates/provisions, and forecasts.
• Any other duty as assigned by management.

Key Competencies and Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting related field.
• CPA/ACCA/KESRA Training – added advantage.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Tax Accountant/Auditor/Consulting or similar role.
• Tech savvy.

Competencies and Skills

• In-depth knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping processes.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.