Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, April 11, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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About the job
OVERVIEW
A position for a Tax Accountant has become available in our Accounts team in Uganda,
The position requires a dedicated and strong team player to assume full responsibility for all of the accounting and tax compliance / affairs for ENSafrica Uganda. This position requires the successful candidate to comply with the services department criteria and be prepared to work in accordance with the dictates of the practice and the team's deliverables, including being willing to work overtime when necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Preparation and submission of all corporate income tax returns for ENSafrica Uganda
• Preparation of supporting schedules for corporate tax submissions
• Tax risk assessment and reviews (VAT and income tax compliance)
• Assist auditors with tax related queries
• Researching and monitoring the relevant tax legislation for ENSafrica Uganda
• Calculation of normal tax and deferred tax
• Interacting with the accounts team in respect of information required for VAT/ tax returns
• Withholding tax administration
• Tax clearance certificates for tenders
• Provision of general tax / VAT related support to the support services team
• Liaison with tax authorities in Uganda
• Implementation of the firm’s transfer pricing policy and ongoing compliance within Uganda
• Assisting with specific tax projects
• Managing the financial operations of ENSafrica Uganda
• Identifying and implementing continuous improvements within the finance control environment in line with Tax compliance
• Other ad hoc wider tasks as and when required.

SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
• Relevant experience in tax compliance with sound knowledge of the tax laws and principles
• Financial operational experience at a mid - senior level
• Prior experience in dealing with revenue authorities in Uganda
• Proficiency in the relevant computer software packages e.g. Microsoft Word, Outlook , Excel and an accounting package
• Client focus is essential (this is a services environment)
• Tact, diplomacy and assertiveness are important requirements
• Proven team player, professional, flexible and friendly
• Possess well developed interpersonal and communications skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be able to work under minimum supervision
• Staff management experience will be advantageous
• Pro-active in identifying potential problems and creating solutions
• Minimum Accounting degree with completed articles, preferably a CA (SA)
• Post graduate tax qualification.

It is essential that the successful candidate demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team. This is a demanding but stimulating position which will require working outside of normal office hours, when necessary.
The closing date for applications is 20 April 2023. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
ENSafrica is committed to transformation and achieving equity in its workplaces. Preference will therefore be given to suitably qualified and skilled candidates.


Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8 Bachelor Degree

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