Regional Tax Manager, Africa Region based in Kenya or Tanzania

• Flexible and friendly working environment
• Excellent opportunity to become a valued member of SMEC's multidisciplinary team
• Outstanding career prospects

 About SMEC

SMEC is a professional services firm with Australian origins and a global footprint that provides high-quality consultancy services for major infrastructure projects.

SMEC is ranked among the world's top infrastructure design firms and continues to win industry awards for technical excellence, design innovation and the management of environmental and social risks.

The SMEC Profile:

• It is our culture to celebrate diversity, employ great people and work on interesting projects
• We are a private company, wholly owned by our people
• We have an established network of over 70 permanent offices around the world and over 5,000 employees
• We offer our people opportunities to work, both in Australia and internationally, in the areas of: Transport; Water; Geotechnics and Tunnels; Environment; Urban Development; Hydropower and Energy; Social Development; Government and Advisory Services; and Mining, Oil and Gas.

The role

SMEC International the foremost consultancy and project management company with over 30 offices on the African continent, is seeking applications for the following positions

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance  Tax manager reports to the Regional Director Africa and is responsible for overall management of  company taxes in the Africa Region consisting of some 15 countries.  He/She will be responsible for:

• Ensuring timely submittal of tax return in all the countries of operation
• Implementation of all tax related matters such as Personal Income Tax, PAYE, VAT and WHT are understood and implemented effectively
• In consultation with the Regional Managers appoints and monitors local tax advisors in all the countries of operation in the Africa region
• Ensuring  timely resolution of all company tax issues in the Africa region

Key Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Candidates for both above positions have the following requirements:

• A diploma or a degree in accounting and Finance with at least five years of relevant experience in Africa.
• Strong understanding of computer based financial management information system.
• Ability to understand and interpret financial information related to projects.
• Strong interpersonal and good communication skill both written and verbal in English.
• Understanding of basic accounting procedure and practice.
• Experience with international consulting will be an added advantage.

In addition for the Tax Manager position understanding the tax laws in sub-Saharan Africa is essential.

In return, SMEC offers you the benefits that come from working in a global multidisciplinary consultancy in an environment where your fresh ideas and enthusiasm will be welcomed and rewarded.

How to apply

All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

Please send your application letter plus your full curriculum vitae and names of three references.

To find out more about SMEC, please visit our careers page at http://www.smec.com. 

SMEC is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is a source of strength for our people, our clients, our partners and our communities.