Vacancy title:
Assistant Tax Accountant – Nairobi

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Pharmaceutical, Category: Accounting & Finance]

Jobs at:
Harleys Limited

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 8 2025

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 25 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Responsibilities

• Tax Filing and Compliance Support: Assist in the timely and accurate preparation, filing and reconciliation of statutory tax returns including VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax, and Withholding Tax.
• Reporting and Reconciliations: Support monthly, quarterly, and annual tax account reconciliations and assist in preparing working papers for internal and external audits.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and internal teams to follow up on tax matters and ensure the availability of accurate data for reporting.
• Documentation and Process Management: Maintain organized records of all tax-related documentation and support efforts to streamline compliance and data collection processes.
• Compliance Monitoring: Track changes in tax laws and assist in identifying potential risks to ensure continued adherence to all regulatory requirements.
• Finance Team Support: Provide assistance in general finance functions including month-end closings, budgeting cycles, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• CPA Part II or above (CPA-K/ACCA in progress or completed will be an advantage).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a tax or finance role, preferably in a regulated industry (pharmaceutical, healthcare, FMCG, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and familiarity with KRA systems (iTax).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software or ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and willingness to learn.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative approach.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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