Safaricom Limited is
the leading mobile telecommunications company in Kenya.
We are at the
forefront of the industry and always seek to attract and retain talented,
creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of
pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our services,
exciting our customers and contributing to our community.
Senior Manager - Tax
Ref: F_SMT_FEB_2013
Ref: F_SMT_FEB_2013
Reporting to Financial
Controller, the successful candidate will ensure Tax planning, advocacy,
reporting and compliance for all company products, processes and procedures.
Key responsibilities include;
Key responsibilities include;
- Ensure
the review of tax exposure points on an ongoing basis to ensure the
company is not exposed to penalties for non-compliance or
misinterpretation of legislation;
- Organize
an annual tax compliance health check of all Safaricom taxes to be
overseen by independent tax consultants;
- Ensure
that adequate preparations are made for annual statutory audit & other
tax audits;
- With
the relevant stakeholders, i.e. KRA and consultants proactively take
measures to ensure that new legislation has minimal impact on Safaricom
and where possible on Safaricom trading partners through structured
lobbying efforts;
- Take
active role on resolving tax related telecommunication industry matters;
- Identify
tax incentives highlighted in the tax legislation and ensure that the
company takes advantage through efficient processes;
- Ensure
that returns are prepared and submitted to KRA in accordance with the timetable;
- To
liaise closely with forecasting section to provide the best estimate tax
figures for senior management usage including quarterly tax planning and
forecastingreport;
- Ensure
tax computation for the purposes of final audited accounts are prepared on
time;
- Ensure
that input from external tax consultants is kept to a minimum;
- Prepare
monthly/annual tax schedules for financial reporting purposes and filing
of annual returns and managing Group entities tax affairs
- In line
with company cost saving strategy, co-ordinate the Inter-departmental tax
savings group and review areas that would result in tax savings to the
company.
- Review
contracts, products and promotions to ensure no tax exposure
The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and
competencies:
- B. Com
Degree/ or any Business related degree
- Fully
qualified Accountant with CPA (K)/ACCA/CIMA/ACA is a must
- 8
years’ experience with 4 years post qualification experience in
finance preferably in revenue reporting/statutory reporting
- Experience
in tax planning and proactive management of tax issues
- Ability
to quickly implement new Tax legislation and correct advise of
accounting implications;
- Hands
on experience working with accounting Systems e.g. Sage, Oracle, SUN
system, Hyperion etc
- Strong
analytical skills and a keen attention to details;
- Self
driven, results oriented and an ability to work without supervision
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the
necessary qualification and passion send your resume and application letter
indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the
role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.
The deadline for
application is Friday the 22nd February 2013.
The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke