Are you ready to make an impact in the world of tax compliance and risk management? At Mukuru Group, we're seeking a meticulous and proactive Junior Tax Analyst/Specialist to ensure our tax obligations are met and reporting requirements are delivered seamlessly. In this crucial role, you'll manage and execute key tax functions, including tax projects, accounting, reporting, compliance, and audits. Your expertise will be vital in navigating the complex regulatory landscape and contributing to our financial success. If you're passionate about tax and eager to add value through effective risk management, we'd love to have you on our team!

Duties and Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):

Tax Projects

• Assist Group Tax with timely responses to queries from Mukuru operations and stakeholders.

• Review billing from service providers, law firms, and audit firms, scrutinizing invoice support to ensure accuracy and adherence to scope and budget.

Tax Accounting and Reporting

• Assist in tax audits and collaborate with tax authorities and external advisors across various countries.

• Participate in automation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Engage with local auditors and external service providers on tax accounting calculations and reporting positions.

• Undertake CIT, WHT, VAT, and other tax reconciliations, advising on adjustments and financial impact.

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations while providing insights into tax implications on financial statements.

• Assist in reconciling tax balances on the general ledger.

Ensure Tax Compliance Across the Business

• Prepare and coordinate Income Tax returns, VAT returns, and other VAT-related reports across multiple jurisdictions in Africa, the UK, and Europe, ensuring accurate and timely filing.

• Prepare and coordinate Withholding Tax (WHT) declarations across Group operations, ensuring timely and accurate filing.

• Assist in establishing new registrations and ensure timely processing of tax payments/refunds.

• Maintain a database of local and international tax laws and regulations.

• Accurately prepare and file required tax returns in a timely manner.

• Prepare all tax papers regularly as needed.

• Respond to all tax information data requests.

• Consult with relevant internal departments to ensure accurate and timely filings.

• Assist in the preparation of transfer pricing master and local files, maintenance of TP documentation, and filing returns.

• Obtain TCC for entities and monitor the tax compliance status for Group entities.

Identify and Mitigate Tax Risk

• Assist with tax due diligence and health checks.

• Analyze reports of potential tax risks and mitigations related to existing or planned operations and new product initiatives.

• Monitor internal controls and processes to ensure accurate tax calculations, compliance, and reporting.

Tax Audits

• Respond promptly to information requests, consult with tax authorities, and provide necessary documentation and analysis to support Mukuru's tax positions.

• Ensure effective communication with internal and external stakeholders and resolve audit matters.

Tax Knowledge Sharing

• Maintain a tax knowledge database of returns filed, compliance calendars, and statutory records on the shared tax database.

Key Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent

• Bachelor's degree or advanced diploma in a relevant field

• Registered professional tax technician/professional tax certification -(Essential)

• VAT Certification (Adventageous)

• 3 years experience in a tax role

• 1-3 years experience in a multinational organisation, accounting firm, or financial institution.

• 3 years experience in tax compliance, tax accounting

• • Corporate Tax and VAT Legislation, Including VAT Apportionment

• Knowledge of Global Tax Regulations with Focus on Africa, Accounting Standards (IFRS), and Compliance Requirements

• Knowledge of All Types of Tax Returns

• Proficiency in Tax Software, Financial Systems, and Microsoft Office Suite

• Knowledge of International Tax and Complex Transfer Pricing

• Strong Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail, with Ability to Analyze Complex Tax Issues and Provide Practical Solutions

• Excellent Communication Skills, Both Written and Verbal, to Effectively Collaborate with Diverse Teams and Stakeholders

• Strong Leadership and Mentoring Capabilities to Support Staff

• Conceptual and Analytical Abilities

• Effective Communication

• Initiative and Responsibility

• Networking

• Professional Expertise

• • Examining Information

• Meeting Timescales

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!

Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like' environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.

If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS