Oversee a range of essential duties including the management and execution of [specific tasks], ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance productivity. Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. Monitor performance metrics to identify trends, address challenges, and drive continuous improvement. Serve as a key liaison between departments to facilitate seamless communication and coordination. Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate progress, insights, and recommendations to senior leadership. Stay abreast of industry advancements and best practices to inform decision-making and maintain a competitive edge. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence within the team.
We are currently seeking a dynamic Business Development professional to drive growth and expand our market presence. The ideal candidate will identify and pursue new business opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and enhance revenue streams. Proficiency in market analysis, negotiation, and client relationship management is essential, along with a proven track record of achieving sales targets and fostering long-term customer engagement. A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field is required, and experience in a similar role within a competitive industry is preferred. The successful applicant will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align business strategies with organizational goals and ensure sustainable expansion.
Formulate and implement a monthly strategic plan aimed at enhancing practice growth, including defined quarterly objectives for revenue generation, pipeline expansion, and client acquisition.
Develop high-quality leads by leveraging professional networks, referral partnerships, events, and strategic outreach initiatives.
Proactively cultivate a consistent pipeline comprising a minimum of five prospective clients each month.
Establish and oversee a minimum of four high-impact strategic referral partnerships each year.
Develop and deliver monthly thought leadership content, such as tax insights, Finance Act analyses, audit readiness guides, and webinars.
You will serve as the firm’s ambassador at IC PAK events, industry forums, and other professional engagements, representing its interests with professionalism and strategic insight.
Construct a high-performing tax and audit team by recruiting, integrating, and nurturing top talent, ensuring alignment with the firm’s strategic growth goals.
Provides oversight of tax, financial auditing, and regulatory compliance activities to ensure adherence to applicable laws, standards, and internal policies. Develops and implements robust internal controls, evaluates financial statements for accuracy, and monitors compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify risks, recommend corrective actions, and enhance operational efficiencies. Prepares and files tax returns, ensures timely payments, and maintains comprehensive documentation to support financial disclosures and audits.
Responsible for managing the company’s statutory tax compliance, guaranteeing that all tax obligations are filed punctually and with precision.
Lead tax compliance engagements encompassing corporate income tax, VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, Excise Duty, NSSF, SHIP, Housing Levy, and Installment Tax filings processed via tax.
Provide expert tax advisory services encompassing strategic tax planning, organizational structuring, compliance evaluations, and optimization methodologies to enhance fiscal efficiency.
Perform assessments of tax-related processes to identify potential risks and areas for improvement, delivering practical recommendations and detailed strategies for remediation.
Represent clients in engagements with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), including audits, compliance reviews, objections, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, and proceedings before the Tax Appeals Tribunal.
Track legislative and regulatory developments, promptly issuing client updates and advisory notes to ensure informed decision-making.
Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership regarding tax-related, financial, and regulatory risks impacting the organization and its clients.
Seeking candidates with a minimum of five years of relevant experience in the field, along with a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline. Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools is essential, along with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required to collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders. Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards is a must. Candidates should demonstrate a track record of delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines. Prior leadership or supervisory experience is highly desirable.
Seeking candidates who hold a CPA(K) qualification and maintain active, in good standing membership with IC PAK, or possess an equivalent qualification such as ARCA or CA.
A recognized university degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, or a related discipline is required.
With a minimum of three years of progressive experience in tax and audit within a professional services setting, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in these areas.
Proven success in business development, evidenced by the acquisition of new clients, revenue growth, successful proposal wins, or expansion of the practice.
Demonstrated success in overseeing full-cycle statutory audits, spanning from initial planning through final execution.
Proven track record in representing clients before the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) with expertise in tax matters and regulatory compliance.
Proven experience with audit software solutions, including Caneware and Craftwork, or comparable platforms, is required.
Proven expertise in accounting software solutions such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is required.
Seeking candidates with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel along with a background in data analytics, which would be highly beneficial for the role.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
3 years
