Job Opportunities at NTT Ltd

Job description

Tax Compliance:

• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all tax returns, including income tax, value-added tax (VAT), and other relevant taxes, in compliance with East African tax laws and regulations.

Tax Strategy:

• Develop and implement tax strategies specific to the East African market to optimize the company's tax position. Stay abreast of local and regional tax regulations and identify opportunities for tax savings.

Financial Analysis:

• Analyze financial data in-depth to identify potential tax issues and recommend solutions.
• Ensure financial transactions and reporting align with regional tax rules.

Tax Reporting:

• Prepare and submit various tax reports, including quarterly and annual financial statements for tax purposes in East Africa. Collaborate with external auditors when necessary.

Tax Audits:

• Manage tax audits and inquiries by local tax authorities. Ensure the organization is well prepared for audits and effectively respond to inquiries.

Transfer Pricing:

• Oversee transfer pricing policies and documentation, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations as they pertain to East Africa.

Risk Assessment:

• Evaluate and mitigate tax-related risks, including exposure to penalties and interest, by establishing strong internal controls tailored to the East African market.

Communication:

• Clearly communicate tax strategies, risks, and opportunities to senior management and other stakeholders. Simplify complex tax concepts to make recommendations actionable.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and manage a team of tax professionals, providing guidance and mentorship while fostering a culture of excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; relevant certifications (CPA-K) are a plus
• 3 years of experience in Tax Management, preferably within the telecommunications or connectivity industry or with the Tax consultancy firm.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, and data visualization tools.
• Solid understanding of revenue recognition principles and familiarity with relevant accounting standards.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Detail-oriented mindset with exceptional problem-solving and investigative skills.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Provides standard legal support to business and/or operations.
• Prepare and offer credible and reliable legal opinion and advice
• Supports the team with the implementation of internal and sector specific policies and the dissemination of regulatory information within the assigned operating unit.
• Contract cycle management including negotiations and reviews to protect company interest
• May support other Legal Counsels in the team or functional area.
• Prepares regular reports on the status of legal issues being dealt with based on detailed instructions and templates.
• Performs such legal work as may be assigned by Senior Legal Advisor/Management.

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Possesses legal qualifications and may have some legal practice experience.
• Able to review and provide standard advice on simple agreements and/or on a specific functional area or legal discipline.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain good stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders and colleagues.
• Ability to work in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to manage urgent tasks simultaneously.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Law.
• Post graduate diploma in law
• Current practising certificate and in good standing with LSK

Required Experience:

• 2-4 years post admission experience in a similar role as an in- house counsel or in a law firm dealing with corporate/commercial law practise.
• contract review, negotiation and life cycle management
• demonstrated success in providing sound legal advice and support.
• esolves and assesses a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggests variations in approach.