Tax Associate – Consulting

About

KPMG is seeking an Associate in its Tax & Regulatory Services Unit to support consulting engagements that help clients comply with tax obligations. The role covers tax research, planning, client support, engagement administration and relationship management. Applicants need a business-related bachelor’s degree, 2–3 years’ experience, and strong tax, analytical, communication and organisational skills.

How to apply

Complete the mandatory “Tax Associate – Candidate’s Summary” link and submit your application to talentrecruit@kpmg.co.ke, quoting ‘Tax Associate’.

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Responsibilities

• Proactively assist the team on different aspects of engagements in the planning and implementation of project activities which include client interviews, computations, analysis, data gathering, and coordination of KPMG and client resources as may be assigned.
• Conduct tax research, tax planning, and the preparation of supporting work papers for various tax returns and tax 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.

Qualifications

• Business related Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• Must have a minimum of 2 -3 years of working experience.
• Experience in corporation tax, Value Added Tax, Pay As You Earn, Withholding VAT and Tax Procedures in an accounting/ law firm, and/or corporation, will be an added advantage.
• Professional qualifications e.g., ACCA, CPA are highly desirable.
• Any professional qualification in Taxation 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.
• Excellent advisory and compliance skill.
• 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.