Senior Executive Compliance Officer

Full Job Description

Key Job Tasks and Responsibilities

·        Ensure timely and accurate preparation andsubmission of all statutory filings, not limited to income tax returns, VAT returns, withholding taxreturns, Excise duty, DTS, and company returns. This will include NSSF, NHIF and anyother that may be there from time totime

·        Perform financial data analysis, supporting IT enabled reporting and handling electronic filing of tax returns

·        Conduct regular internal audits to identifypotential areas of non-compliance and institute corrective actions including staff trainings and following up on compliance of the corrective actions

·        Advise in developing and implementing taxplanning strategies to optimize available tax incentives for the business operations

·        Provide guidance and training to financeand operational teams on compliance matters

·        Keep abreast of the changes in tax laws and regulationsin Uganda, assessing their impact on the company and advising management (including training to staff) onnecessary adjustments to ensure compliance, equallycollaborate with other departments to create a culture of compliance

·      Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all tax-related documentation, correspondence, and filings.

·        Collaborate with tax/legal advisors in attendingto all direct, indirect and personal taxes inquiries and assessments issued by the respective authorities, make/review provisional taxes and manage communicationregarding all outstanding tax matters in dispute, assessments, tax demands,ongoing tax compliance audits including obtaining professional opinions or advice on tax matters and updating management appropriately

·        Carry out tax risk analysis and advisory, keeping an eye on transfer pricing laws (related party transactions),imported services and Customs regulations for Board and Management update alsoprepare periodic reports on tax compliance activities, highlighting key findings, risks, and recommendations

·        And any other duty assigned to by the line supervisor.

• A university degree or equivalent certification in Accounting and Finance, Tax Management, Commerce, Business Administration with option (Accounting and Finance) or similar related accounting course with CPAor ACCA Qualified or equivalent
  
• At least 4 years of working experience in Tax Compliance & Reportingin a similar position with relevant proven experience in handling tax matters with URA and statutory bodies preferable in a manufacturing environment.
  
•  Strong analytical skillswith the ability to interpret complex tax legislation and apply it to practical scenarios, Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with internal stakeholders and external authorities and proactive approach to identifying and mitigating tax compliancerisks
  
• Using tax software andaccounting systems. Experience with ERP systems is a plus, Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in preparing tax-related documents and reports and Business acumen