Tax Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

·         Overseeing and reviewing the preparation and submission of all tax compliance obligations, including VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, Corporate Income Tax, and Excise duties.

·         Reviewing and confirming the accuracy of all tax returns filed with the KRA via the iTax platform.

·         Supporting and assisting the Tax Manager in handling KRA tax audits, investigations, and correspondences.

·         Conducting and interpreting technical tax research on complex client matters and drafting preliminary advisory memos and opinions.

·         Reviewing and validating financial statements and transaction records to ensure correct tax treatment and compliance.

·         Providing and documenting internal tax advice to team members and assisting in communicating findings to clients.

·         Ensuring and maintaining continuous compliance with the latest Kenyan tax laws, regulations, and best practices.

·         Supervising and mentoring Tax Accountants and Assistants, reviewing their work, and ensuring continuous team development and technical growth.

·         Preparing and contributing to periodic internal and management tax reports and recommending process improvements.

·         Liaising and collaborating with clients, external auditors, and regulators on routine tax-related matters.

·         Maintaining and updating accurate and robust tax documentation and record-keeping systems.

·         Assisting and organizing the documentation required for tax objections and appeals.

·         Conducting tax trainings

Qualifications and Requirements

·         Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.

·         CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is mandatory.

·         A postgraduate diploma or advanced training in Taxation will be an added advantage.

·         Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in taxation, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or senior-level role, preferably within an audit or professional services firm.

·         In-depth knowledge of the KRA tax systems, iTax platform, and relevant tax legislation.

·         Proven experience in managing the end-to-end tax compliance cycle and supporting tax audit engagements.

·         Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

·         High integrity, professionalism, and exceptional attention to detail.

·         Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or ERP systems) and MS Office Suite.

Key Competencies

• Strong Supervisory and People Management Skills.
• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication.
• Analytical and Detail-Oriented Thinking.
• Ability to Work Under Pressure and Meet Deadlines.
• Strong Interpersonal and Team Collaboration Abilities.
• Commitment to Continuous Learning and Professional Growth.