Tax Accountant

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file tax returns, arrange tax payments, and maintain all supporting documents and reports.
• Manage tax reconciliations, including VAT, employment taxes, and withholding tax.
• Research and assess complex tax matters and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date tax records and the company’s tax database.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and recommend strategies to improve profitability.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations and submit required information to the relevant tax authorities.
• Review tax regulations and recommend policies to improve tax efficiency.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and relevant industry developments.
• Prepare accurate quarterly and annual tax reports.
• Support training and knowledge sharing to improve tax awareness and record-keeping across the business.
• Prepare tax forecasts for management.
• Assist with reviewing contracts from a tax perspective.
• Support local transfer pricing compliance and the preparation of documentation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Assist with tax audits, including gathering and analysing data, providing support during audits, and drafting responses to tax authorities.
• Liaise with the Tanzania Revenue Authority and other regulatory bodies under the guidance of the Head of Finance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.

• ACCA or CPA qualification.
• At least three years of experience as a Tax Accountant or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of Tanzanian tax regulations and statutory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping processes.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.