Company background:

RSM (Eastern Africa) Consulting Ltd (RSMEA) is a member firm of the RSM network, a world leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services to entrepreneurial growth-focused organisations globally. The network has a combined staff of over 64,000 with 820 offices across 120 countries and in each of the top 40 major business centres.
 

RSMEA was founded in 2004 and has developed a powerful network of offices across East Africa. The factor that links RSM member firms is its Purpose - THE POWER OF BEING UNDERSTOOD which is rooted in RSM’s unwavering focus on our principles of collaboration, understanding and providing relevant insights and solutions by:  gaining a deep understanding of what matters to our clients; building a long-term relationship through a client-centric focus; sharing insights of our local and global experts; and design-thinking and co-creating solutions. This client-centric approach ensures that we acquire a deep understanding of our client needs, that empowers businesses to move forward and realise their full potential.  
 

RSM in East Africa specialises in Audit & Assurance, Transaction Advisory, Tax Services, Management Consulting, Risk Advisory, and Outsourcing. RSMEA clients range from growth-focused entrepreneurial businesses through to leading multi-national organisations across many sectors and operating nationally and across borders.

The Opportunity

We are looking for dynamic and detail-oriented Tax Associates to join our consulting team at RSM Eastern Africa. As a Tax Associate, you will be responsible for delivering high quality tax services while applying advanced technical skills. You will work collaboratively within a team, carrying out tasks under the guidance and supervision of a Tax Senior or Tax Manager.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or progress toward CPA certification preferred.
  • Certificate in Tax Administration is an added advantage

Background and Experience

  • Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in tax preparation, tax consulting, or a related area.
  • Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Fluency in MS Office applications
  • Fast learner and comfortable with new challenges
  • Integrity and reliability
  • A team player
  • Good communication and social skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Fluency in English and excellent research and report writing skills
  • Self-motivated and ability to take initiative

Responsibilities and Outcomes

  • Achieving an annual productivity of at least 75%.
  • Work as an effective team member to complete assigned tasks within the budgeted time and communicating the engagement progress to the Tax Senior/Manager on a daily basis. 
  • Effectively documenting work to performance standards thereby ensuring minimal review queries and assisting with updating the tax files.
  • Ensuring review notes on assigned tasks are resolved within 24 hours or such other time as agreed with the team leader.
  • Identifying engagement issues and communicating these, as they arise, to the Tax Manager. 
  • Actively developing technical skills on the job and through formal training and complying with the firm’s CPD requirements.
  • Developing working relationships with the clients
     

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If you are inspired to build strong, collaborative and lasting relationships with our stakeholders; gain a deep understanding of our clients' needs; ensure every client benefit from tailored thinking and you resonate with our values; fill out your application by clicking HERE. The deadline for applications is Sunday, 4th August 2024.  Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.