In Tax, we have more than 50,000 people globally who help our clients understand and manage their tax compliance and reporting obligations responsibly and proactively. We help them assess, improve and monitor their tax function’s processes, controls and risk management and maintain effective relationships with the tax authorities.
Tax has seven sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax Services, People Advisory Services and Transaction Tax.
Job Summary
As a Senior in tax and team member within the service line, you will: –
Quality, risk management and technical excellence;
Demonstrate consistent commitment to EY and professional standards and to enhancing our brand with clients, regulators and other stakeholders,
Focus on legitimate client needs while meeting our responsibilities to all stakeholders and organize work in a way that prioritizes managing risk, while focusing on high quality service.
Consistently produce work of high quality -accurate, complete, clear
Supervise project work prepared by more junior professionals providing feedback and guidance on quality outputs
Help colleagues understand and use the correct methodologies, tools, technology and knowledge sources in their work
Business Leadership
Describe EY capabilities accurately when discussing possible business opportunities with external contacts
Develop a diverse network through mutual sharing of ideas, knowledge and resources
Research and compile information quickly and accurately, testing data and assumptions
Demonstrate ability to lead a team and/or manage budgets effectively
Develop presentation that are clear and impactful, translating EY services into meaningful value propositions for clients
Identify and promote opportunities for process improvement
Client Leadership
Deliver and promote exceptional service on engagements
Show urgency when responding to clients’ needs, queries and concerns
Maintain open and proactive communication and build credible relationships with the client by demonstrating technical skills and knowledge
Team Leadership
Contribute to high performing teams by actively showing an understanding of diversity and how to work more inclusively
Contribute to a positive team environment by demonstrating commitment and optimism toward work challenges
Help team members identify learning needs and provide suggestions to meet these needs through learning, experiences or coaching
Personal Leadership
Communicate with confidence, integrity and authenticity to build strong positive relationships based on trust. Grow professionally through learning, coaching and new experiences.
Drive personal development by fulfilling recommended experiences and learning curricula, and seek out coaching and feedback on a regular basis.
Pursue growth opportunities by broadening the scope of own work in agreement with supervisor.
Desired Candidate Profile
Does this sound like you?
A Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or a Business/Finance related field with a minimum of upper second-class honours or its equivalent.
Professional qualification in accounting (ACCA, CPA or CA) – Finalist.
A minimum overall grade of a B+ in KCSE and B+ in both English & Mathematics
Have 3 years or more practical experience in tax
Proficient in IT and Microsoft Office Suites.
Key Competencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent level of attention to detail.
Good presentation skills.
A good and enthusiastic team player
Good organization and prioritization skills including ability to manage multiple assignments and work under pressure
Resilience and proactivity
Integrity
Flexibility and Innovative mind.
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