Senior Tax Accountant
2025-07-11T14:44:27+00:00
Bridge Talent Management
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Consulting
Accounting & Finance
2025-07-25T17:00:00+00:00
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Senior Tax Accountant at Bridge Talent Management
Job Summary
- Our client in the FMCG industry is looking for a skilled Senior Tax Accountant. The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for overseeing the company’s tax compliance and strategic tax planning in a high-volume FMCG environment. This includes managing direct and indirect tax obligations, leading interactions with tax authorities, and working cross-functionally to align tax with business operations. The role also involves mentoring junior team members, implementing tax process improvements, and ensuring tax efficiency across the supply chain, distribution, and procurement functions.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Compliance & Reporting
- Lead the preparation, review, and filing of all statutory tax returns including VAT, WHT, PAYE, AHL, SHIF, NSSF, NITA, and Excise Duty.
- Ensure all filings are accurate, complete, and submitted within required timelines in compliance with KRA regulations.
- Oversee tax accounting entries in the ERP and ensure GL accuracy for all tax-related accounts.
Strategic Tax Planning & Risk Management
- Advise the business on tax-efficient structuring of commercial transactions, supply chain, and new product launches.
- Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their business impact; ensure timely implementation of necessary changes.
- Identify and implement legal tax-saving opportunities including deductions, incentives, and exemptions.
Audit & Relationship Management
- Act as the primary liaison with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), handling audits, queries, and tax disputes.
- Prepare all required documentation and lead responses during tax audits or investigations.
- Build strong relationships with local tax consultants, external auditors, and regulatory authorities.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Supervise and mentor junior tax/accounting staff on best practices and compliance standards.
- Conduct tax training and awareness sessions for internal stakeholders including sales, procurement, and logistics.
- Collaborate with finance, legal, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure tax is integrated into business processes.
Process & Technology
- Lead tax automation and digitalization efforts in collaboration with IT and finance systems teams.
- Drive continuous improvement in tax reporting and internal controls.
- Maintain robust documentation and processes to support future audits and tax planning.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timeliness and accuracy of tax filings
- Amount of tax penalties avoided or recovered
- Tax savings from planning initiatives
- Audit issue resolution time
- Staff development and tax awareness sessions conducted
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
- CPA-K, ACCA or equivalent full qualification.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in tax, with at least 3 years in a senior or supervisory role .
- Experience working in FMCG, manufacturing, or similar high-compliance sectors is a strong advantage.
- In-depth knowledge of Kenyan tax laws (Income Tax, VAT Act, Excise Duty, PAYE, Customs).
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Strong leadership and ability to influence across departments.
- Up-to-date knowledge of KRA systems (iTax, Simba) and electronic invoicing requirements.
Tax Compliance & Reporting Lead the preparation, review, and filing of all statutory tax returns including VAT, WHT, PAYE, AHL, SHIF, NSSF, NITA, and Excise Duty. Ensure all filings are accurate, complete, and submitted within required timelines in compliance with KRA regulations. Oversee tax accounting entries in the ERP and ensure GL accuracy for all tax-related accounts. Strategic Tax Planning & Risk Management Advise the business on tax-efficient structuring of commercial transactions, supply chain, and new product launches. Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their business impact; ensure timely implementation of necessary changes. Identify and implement legal tax-saving opportunities including deductions, incentives, and exemptions. Audit & Relationship Management Act as the primary liaison with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), handling audits, queries, and tax disputes. Prepare all required documentation and lead responses during tax audits or investigations. Build strong relationships with local tax consultants, external auditors, and regulatory authorities. Leadership & Collaboration Supervise and mentor junior tax/accounting staff on best practices and compliance standards. Conduct tax training and awareness sessions for internal stakeholders including sales, procurement, and logistics. Collaborate with finance, legal, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure tax is integrated into business processes. Process & Technology Lead tax automation and digitalization efforts in collaboration with IT and finance systems teams. Drive continuous improvement in tax reporting and internal controls. Maintain robust documentation and processes to support future audits and tax planning.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field. CPA-K, ACCA or equivalent full qualification. Minimum 5 years of experience in tax, with at least 3 years in a senior or supervisory role . Experience working in FMCG, manufacturing, or similar high-compliance sectors is a strong advantage. In-depth knowledge of Kenyan tax laws (Income Tax, VAT Act, Excise Duty, PAYE, Customs). Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Strong leadership and ability to influence across departments. Up-to-date knowledge of KRA systems (iTax, Simba) and electronic invoicing requirements.
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Vacancy title:
Senior Tax Accountant
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Accounting & Finance]
Jobs at:
Bridge Talent Management
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, July 25 2025
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi | Kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 11 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Senior Tax Accountant at Bridge Talent Management
Job Summary
- Our client in the FMCG industry is looking for a skilled Senior Tax Accountant. The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for overseeing the company’s tax compliance and strategic tax planning in a high-volume FMCG environment. This includes managing direct and indirect tax obligations, leading interactions with tax authorities, and working cross-functionally to align tax with business operations. The role also involves mentoring junior team members, implementing tax process improvements, and ensuring tax efficiency across the supply chain, distribution, and procurement functions.
Key Responsibilities
Tax Compliance & Reporting
- Lead the preparation, review, and filing of all statutory tax returns including VAT, WHT, PAYE, AHL, SHIF, NSSF, NITA, and Excise Duty.
- Ensure all filings are accurate, complete, and submitted within required timelines in compliance with KRA regulations.
- Oversee tax accounting entries in the ERP and ensure GL accuracy for all tax-related accounts.
Strategic Tax Planning & Risk Management
- Advise the business on tax-efficient structuring of commercial transactions, supply chain, and new product launches.
- Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their business impact; ensure timely implementation of necessary changes.
- Identify and implement legal tax-saving opportunities including deductions, incentives, and exemptions.
Audit & Relationship Management
- Act as the primary liaison with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), handling audits, queries, and tax disputes.
- Prepare all required documentation and lead responses during tax audits or investigations.
- Build strong relationships with local tax consultants, external auditors, and regulatory authorities.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Supervise and mentor junior tax/accounting staff on best practices and compliance standards.
- Conduct tax training and awareness sessions for internal stakeholders including sales, procurement, and logistics.
- Collaborate with finance, legal, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure tax is integrated into business processes.
Process & Technology
- Lead tax automation and digitalization efforts in collaboration with IT and finance systems teams.
- Drive continuous improvement in tax reporting and internal controls.
- Maintain robust documentation and processes to support future audits and tax planning.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timeliness and accuracy of tax filings
- Amount of tax penalties avoided or recovered
- Tax savings from planning initiatives
- Audit issue resolution time
- Staff development and tax awareness sessions conducted
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
- CPA-K, ACCA or equivalent full qualification.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in tax, with at least 3 years in a senior or supervisory role .
- Experience working in FMCG, manufacturing, or similar high-compliance sectors is a strong advantage.
- In-depth knowledge of Kenyan tax laws (Income Tax, VAT Act, Excise Duty, PAYE, Customs).
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Strong leadership and ability to influence across departments.
- Up-to-date knowledge of KRA systems (iTax, Simba) and electronic invoicing requirements.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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