IGCP Tax Accountant Jobs 2024 – Uganda NGO Jobs

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IGCP Tax Accountant Jobs 2024 – Uganda NGO Jobs.

IGCP Uganda looking for “Tax Accountant”.

Applicants with a University Degree may apply on or before May 08, 2024.

IGCP was formed in 1991 to address the long-term conservation of the mountain gorilla (Gorilla beringei beringei) and its regional afromontane forest habitat in the Virunga Bwindi Landscape. Our aim has been to work together as a single gorilla conservation program in order to expand and consolidate the successes of the Mountain Gorilla Project and other initiatives at a regional level.

The IGCP has published a job vacancy announcement on April 24, 2024 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Tax Accountant to be based in Kampala, Uganda.

IGCP Job Vacancy 2024

Duties & Responsibilities

Monitor and reconcile the tax ledgers on the URA portal.
Maintain transfer pricing documentation.
Liaise with tax consultants during annual tax health checks.
Engage URA to resolve pending tax matters, maintain a file of URA correspondences, and knowledge of WHT vs VAT on imported services and VAT vs. Income Tax.
Review and reconcile tax accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
Analyze financial statements and reports to identify tax implications and opportunities for tax savings.
Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to support the completion of tax audits and inquiries.
Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and optimize financial performance.
Stay up-to-date on changes in tax laws and regulations, and assess their impact on the company’s tax position.
Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts and projections for tax planning purposes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, legal, and operations, to ensure tax compliance and alignment with business objectives.
Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on tax-related matters, including transaction structuring and compliance requirements.
Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by management.

Position in Organization:

Level: Entry
Deadline: 2024-05-08 16:31:33
Posted: 22 hours ago
Position: Tax Accountant
Location: Kampala

Qualification and More Skill:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or advanced degree preferred.
At least two years’ experience as a Tax Consultant in a big Audit firm, or 4 years’ experience at a mid-tier audit firm.
Proficiency in tax preparation software and financial management systems; experience with SAP or Oracle is a plus.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify tax implications.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and communicate complex tax concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Experience with international tax issues and transfer pricing is desirable but not required.