Tax Customs Associate at KPMG

Key roles and responsibilities

• Planning and implementation of project activities which include client interviews, computations, analysis, data gathering, and coordination of KPMG and client resources. 
• Conduct custom research, tax planning, and the preparation of supporting work papers for various customs advisories and customs related projects. 
• Consulting with clients, reviewing tax information and responding to questions and concerns. 
• Maintain accurate and up to date client records. 
• Perform the necessary Risk Management and KYC procedures for engagements. 
• Assist with drafting opinion letters, responses to Revenue Authority inquiries, Revenue Authority’s ruling requests and writing other technical memoranda. 
• Assist Senior Associates and Managers with engagement administration and billing. 
• Build and manage client relationships. 
• Assist in organizing trainings and other departmental activities within and outside the firm. 
• Contribute to thought leadership through writing articles and participating in activities aimed at brand enhancement.

Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience:

• Business related Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university. 
• Must have a minimum of 2 -3 years of working experience in customs. 
• Professional qualifications e.g., ACCA, CPA are highly desirable. 
• Post Graduate Diploma/ Masters in Customs or any professional qualification in Customs from an accredited college/university will be an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Access along with experience performing internet research. 
• Experience in customs in an accounting/ law firm, and/or corporation, will be an added advantage. 
• Skills, and comfort interacting with C-level professionals 
• Excellent advisory and compliance skills 
• Good knowledge of Customs tax laws, rules and regulations. 
• Working knowledge of accounting information systems and Tax tools.

Personal attributes: 

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and the ability to articulate complex information. 
• Ability to build positive relationships with team members and clients. 
• Ability to handle simultaneously multiple engagements and client service teams. 
• Flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks.
• Strong organizational skills. 
• Willingness to work under supervision and learn new skills quickly. 
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent negotiation skills. 

We offer:

• An exciting opportunity to work with a Big 4 firm on cutting edge clients across Africa. 
• Continuous learning and development. 
• Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams. 
• Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative. 
• Opportunity for international travel.