Tax & AP Accountant

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation.
  
• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
  

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in tax compliance, audit, or regulatory reporting, preferably in a multinational or fast-paced environment.
  
• Proven expertise in Ugandan tax laws, including VAT, corporate tax, and payroll tax requirements.
  
• Experience managing tax audits, resolving disputes, and liaising with tax authorities.
  
• Experience in providing tax advisory for business transactions and operational tax planning is an added advantage.
  

Tax Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, submission, and reconciliation of statutory tax filings, including VAT, corporate income tax, PAYE, and other tax obligations.
  
• Maintain full compliance with Ugandan tax laws and proactively address potential tax risks.
  
• Prepare and manage tax schedules, ensuring alignment with financial reporting and audit standards.
  

Tax Advisory and Transactional Tax Treatment

• Provide expert guidance on tax treatment for business transactions, including contracts, cross-border transactions, and capital expenditures.
  
• Advise on indirect tax implications, ensuring VAT and withholding tax compliance on payments to suppliers, contractors, and international entities.
  
• Evaluate new business initiatives, partnerships, and expansion projects for potential tax risks and benefits.
  

Tax Audits and Dispute Resolution

• Support the Finance Controller in coordinating tax audits and engagements with tax authorities.
  
• Respond to queries from tax authorities, ensuring timely resolution and mitigation of potential risks.
  
• Maintain detailed records and documentation to support tax filings, audits, and compliance reviews.
  

Legislative Monitoring and Advisory

• Stay updated on evolving Ugandan tax laws and global tax regulatory changes, assessing their implications for business operations.
  
• Provide actionable recommendations to ensure the company's tax position is in full compliance.
  

Internal Controls and Process Enhancement

• Collaborate with the Finance Controller and Group Tax Manager to develop, implement, and refine tax-related controls and procedures.
  
• Strengthen processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance in tax workflows.
  
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in tax reporting and risk management.
  

Accounts Payable & Financial Support:

• Assist in processing vendor invoices, ensuring compliance with withholding tax regulations.
  
• Reconcile vendor balances and resolve any discrepancies
  
• Review and process staff retirements and expense reports
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with the Group Tax Manager to align with d.light’s global tax strategies, including transfer pricing and cross-border tax considerations.
  
• Partner with internal teams, including finance, legal, and operations, to ensure seamless integration of tax compliance within business processes.