Tax & Compliance Officer Job Britam

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Job Purpose: 

Manages tax compliance, prepares and files returns with the TRA  & ZRA, advises on tax strategy, handles audits, and ensures compliance with local laws, requiring strong analytical skills and knowledge of Tanzanian tax regulations. 

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Key Responsibilities 

• Prepare and submit all tax returns (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, Withholding Tax, etc.) accurately and on time.  
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual tax reports and maintain detailed tax payment records.  
• Review all new/proposed tax legislative for areas where the Company could be exposed and ensure the identified risks are mitigated  
• Act as the primary contact for tax audits (TRA/ZRA), prepare supporting documentation, and address inquiries on time.  
• Oversee implementation of all tax related matters, policies and procedures for the Company  
• Ensure all tax-related transactions and communications are properly documented and controlled.  
• Training relevant stakeholders on all tax matters and any new tax updates  
• Communicate with tax authorities, external auditors, and tax consultants.  
• Preparation of tax review/compliance checks for the company  
• Responsible for the preparation and implementation of the Company’s Transfer Pricing policy  
• Contribute to tax accounting systems and processes 
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time 

Working RelationshipsInternal Relationships:

• Accountable to the Chief Accountant 
• Required to liaise and work closely with all staff 
• External Relationships: Britam customers 

Knowledge, experience and qualifications required 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, legal or related field   
• Not less than 3 years’ experience in a tax environment  
• Fully qualified accountant with Certified Public Accountant (CPA)/Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) will be an added advantage. 

Technical/ Functional competencies 

• Knowledge of Taxation laws and concepts  
• Familiar with tax return issues  
• Tax compliance and transactional structuring

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