The holder of this position will ensure that the client and Firm's expectations are met by delivering high-quality services and maintaining high utilization levels.
What you will do
Ensuring preparation of proposals and engagement letters and client take on procedures are completed in a timely manner;
Managing the team to ensure client deliverables and deadlines are met;
Managing working capital for indirect tax engagements;
Liaising with the relevant Government ministries/departments on client engagements and other policy matters;
Business development aimed at growing the indirect tax portfolio/business;
Budgets and profitability - Managing engagement budgets & profitability through accurate budgeting, cost control and the right resourcing mix;
Indirect tax laws and regulations - Applies his/her knowledge on indirect tax law and practice to generate innovative solutions on projects/engagements;
Managing day to day client communication and building value adding client relationships;
Training and coaching (classroom and on-job) the junior staff;
Assisting in developing knowledge of current tax matters across the Tax function;
Delivering client service according to relevant Deloitte standards, policies and ethical principles;
Develop and market new products;
Building and maintaining relationships with the client and the Kenya Revenue Authority;
Liaising with the relevant Kenya Revenue Authority on various tax and policy matters;
Assisting clients resolve KRA audits; and
Preparing or reviewing tax publications for clients and writing articles on relevant tax matters.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce, Economics or Law;
Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA);
Technical expertise in indirect tax matters;
Good knowledge of international and national taxation principles; and
At least 6 years post-qualification experience as an indirect tax advisor/consultant with at least 1 year experience in middle level management
Behavioural competencies
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Excellent mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others.
Strong client delivery focus.
Highly adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
Focus on quality and risk.
Excellent problem-solving ability.
Exceptional business acumen.
Negotiation and commercial sense;
Good organization and planning skills;
Organisational, supervisory and time management; and
Networking.
Technical Competencies
Expert in field with excellent industry and business knowledge.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to interpret, communicate and implement strategy.
Demonstrated execution of complex projects within timeframes and cost.
Experienced in development and delivery of professional presentations.