Farsight Africa Group is hiring an Internal Auditor to review financial controls, conduct audits ensure compliance, and recommend improvements to strengthen business operations. The role is based in Nairobi and experience in tax compliance and financial audit is required.
Farsight
Africa Group is seeking an Internal Auditor and Compliance
Consultant to add value and improve our operations by bringing a systematic and
disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and
governance processes. The successful candidate should possess a thorough knowledge
of Tax and accounting procedures, Regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct follows up audits to monitor management’s interventions
- Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost
savings
- Review and ensure accuracy and compliance of all statutory
deductions and filings (PAYE, VAT, withholding tax, NHIF, NSSF, and
corporate tax).
- Conduct periodic reviews of the finance system to confirm proper tax
treatment of all transactions.
- Reconcile tax accounts and verify that all remittances are made on
time.
- Review supplier payments to confirm compliance with withholding tax
requirements.
- Advise on changes in tax laws and recommend timely updates to
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- Provide quarterly reports on Farsight’s overall tax compliance
status.
- Liaise with external auditors and KRA on tax-related matters when
necessary.
- Train and guide the internal finance team on best practices in tax
compliance.
- Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in tax compliance and financial audit,
preferably with corporate or consulting firms.
- In-depth understanding of KRA tax laws and reporting systems (iTax).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High integrity and discretion in handling confidential financial
information
How to Apply
Kindly send your
application letter and CV to jobs@farsightafrica.com
Applications shall be
reviewed on a rolling basis until the right candidate has been selected.
