Tax Supervisor at RWK & Associates CPA-K

Responsibilities:

• Supervise a team of tax professionals, delegating tasks and providing guidance on complex tax matters.
• Monitor team performance and ensure adherence to deadlines.
• Mentor and coach junior staff, fostering their professional development.
• Oversee the preparation and review of various tax returns (corporate tax, income tax, VAT, etc.) for clients.
• Ensure timely filing of all tax returns with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
• Manage tax audits and liaise with KRA officials on client behalf.
• Identify and mitigate potential tax risks for clients.
• Stay up to date on Kenyan tax laws and regulations.
• Analyze tax implications for client business decisions and transactions.
• Develop tax-efficient strategies to minimize client tax liabilities while adhering to regulations.
• Identify opportunities for tax credits and deductions for clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients on tax matters, explaining complex issues in clear and concise language.
• Collaborate with other departments within RWK (accounting, finance, legal) to ensure a cohesive tax strategy for clients.

Qualifications:

Mandatory :

• Professional accounting qualification: CPA(K)

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, accounting, law, or a related field.
• Course from the Kenya School of Revenue Authority (KESRA).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in tax, with some supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of Kenyan tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and tax application.