Bridge Talent Management

Taxation Accountant-FMCG

Bridge Talent Management  •  Nairobi, KE (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description


Our client, a well-established and fast-growing company in the
FMCG sector
, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive
Associate – Taxation
to support day-to-day tax operations and general ledger functions. The ideal candidate will bring
strong, hands-on experience in managing taxation compliance and reconciliations
, ensuring the organization meets all statutory obligations while maintaining financial integrity and audit readiness.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Prepare, file, and reconcile
    statutory tax obligations
    including
    VAT
    ,
    Excise Duty
    , and
    Withholding Tax (WHT)
    in line with KRA requirements.

  • Manage
    monthly tax reconciliations
    across all tax categories, identify variances, and coordinate resolutions in collaboration with internal teams and tax consultants.

  • Support in preparing
    tax schedules
    ,
    ledger reconciliations
    , and other documentation for both internal and external audits.

  • Ensure accurate and timely input of tax data into accounting systems (
    SAP
    ,
    QuickBooks
    , and Excel) and perform necessary checks for compliance.

  • Assist in maintaining compliance with
    IFRS
    in all tax-related reporting and general ledger entries.

  • Provide support in
    insurance handling
    , especially about tax implications on premiums, claims, and recoveries.

  • Liaise with KRA, external auditors, and tax consultants on audit matters, assessments, and statutory reviews.

  • Collaborate with the finance team in overseeing
    Accounts Payable (AP)
    and
    Accounts Receivable (AR)
    functions, ensuring tax compliance on transactions.


Requirements


  • Minimum
    3 years’ experience
    in a similar role within an
    audit firm
    or
    manufacturing/FMCG environment
    .


  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) –
    Part 2 or above
    .


  • Solid experience in
    tax compliance and reconciliation
    .


  • Proficiency in
    SAP
    ,
    QuickBooks
    , and advanced
    Excel
    skills.


  • Strong understanding of
    IFRS
    , AP, and AR functions.


  • Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.


  • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines under minimal supervision.


  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Bridge Talent Management

About Bridge Talent Management

Bridge Talent Management (BTM) is an advanced tech powered Employee Outsourcing Company that leverages the right tools to source and bring the right workforce to support your business operations. We take away all employee related risks while allowing you the ability to focus on your core business and scale.

We take control of the hectic HR & Finance functions in your organization. We have established structures that support your;

- Hiring needs

- Contracting

- Onboarding

- Employee relations & management

- Policy adherence and labor laws

- Payroll Management

- Disciplinary & conflict management

Industry
Unknown
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Nairobi, KE
Year Founded
2021
Website
bridgetalentgroup.com
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