Manager, Tax & Legal

The holder of this position will support the department in growing their business and managing the on-going assignments to a logical conclusion; provide outstanding value to clients and the Firm; develop high-performing people and teams, leading big teams and supporting them to impact the world wholistically; and setting the direction in line with the Firm’s strategy to deliver exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a wide variety of tax advisory assignments efficiently and comprehensively
• Oversee effective management of tax compliance engagements in a timely manner;
• Manage global tax compliance assignments;
• Manage tax risks and opportunities review assignments;
• Manage tax dispute resolution assignments;
• Oversee investment allowance review projects;
• Manage client communications;
• Manage the allocated client portfolio;
• Ensure preparation of proposals and engagement letters while ensuring that client take-on procedures are completed in a timely manner;
• Lead business development activities aimed at growing the business tax portfolio and revenues;
• Manage different teams to ensure client deliverables and deadlines are met;
• Manage working capital and debtors for assigned client portfolio; and
• Train and coach (classroom and on-job) other staff in the department.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business/Commerce, Economics or Law.
• 3 – 5 years’ professional tax experience with at least 1 year’s experience working at a consultant level.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA).

Interns, Tax & Legal

We are known for our holistic impact-driven end-to-end professional services aimed at sustainable growth of the businesses we support, with a promise to stick closer and foster a longer-lasting relationship. In the delivery of our professional services, we are mindful of the uniqueness of each business and believe that impact is only possible when business solutions are holistic and tailor-made to suit the immediate and actual needs of our clients.

We are thrilled to offer a stimulating opportunity for a dynamic individual to join our Tax & Legal Team as an Intern. This role will be based at our Nairobi office in Kenya.
Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• A graduate of or expecting to graduate in 2025 with a Bachelor’s degree in commerce/economics/law or related field from a reputable university.
• Up to 1 year of professional experience in tax or accounting environment is an added advantage
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA etc).
• Citizens of other EAC partner states are strongly urged to apply.

Desired Behavioral Competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others.
• Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
• Sound problem solving ability.

Interns, Audit & Business Advisory

We are known for our holistic impact-driven end-to-end professional services aimed at sustainable growth of the businesses we support, with a promise to stick closer and foster a longer-lasting relationship. In the delivery of our professional services, we are mindful of the uniqueness of each business and believe that impact is only possible when business solutions are holistic and tailor-made to suit the immediate and actual needs of our clients.

We are thrilled to offer a stimulating opportunity for a dynamic individual to join our Audit & Business Advisory Team as an Intern. This role will be based at our Nairobi office in Kenya.
Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• A graduate of or expecting to graduate in 2025 with a Bachelor’s degree in commerce/economics/finance or related field from a reputable university.
• Up to 1 year of professional experience in audit or accounting environment is an added advantage
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA etc).

Desired Behavioural Competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others.
• Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
• Sound problem solving ability.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Keldine & Co.LLP on careers.keldinellp.com to apply