Tax Associate at Rose Avenue Group

• Support the Head of Tax in designing and implementing tax-efficient structures for reorganizations and transactions.
• Identify and apply for relevant tax exemptions, incentives, and breaks to reduce tax liabilities.
• Offer transaction advisory on exits, acquisitions, and asset transfers with a focus on tax optimization.
• Lead efforts to recover tax refunds from the Kenya Revenue Authority to enhance cash flow efficiency.

• Internal Compliance Oversight:

• Conduct periodic compliance reviews and implement robust controls to ensure tax compliance.
• Oversee timely and accurate preparation of tax computations as part of periodic reporting.
• Review financial transactions monthly to ensure timely and optimized tax return filings.
• External Compliance Oversight:

• Manage KRA audits, inquiries, and verifications to ensure adherence to regulatory obligations.
• Handle tax disputes with a strategic approach to preserve value and achieve favourable outcomes.
• Oversight of Offshore Entities:

• Ensure compliance for Centum's Mauritius and other offshore subsidiaries, including tax and statutory reporting, and alignment with governance standards.

• Facilitate targeted tax training for business units, finance, and investment teams.
• Prepare and distribute tax updates, explaining legislative changes and strategic implications.

• Bachelor's degree in law, Accounting, Finance, or any business-related field.
• CPA (K) qualification.
• Additional training or certification in tax law will be an added advantage.
• 3-4 years of experience in tax, preferably within a consulting firm or legal/tax advisory firm.
• Prior experience in handling multi-jurisdictional tax matters.
• Demonstrated experience in interpreting tax statutes, handling tax disputes, and engaging with tax authorities (e.g., KRA).
• A legal background with a focus on tax law will be highly desirable.

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