About Deloitte

Deloitte is a leading provider of world-class professional services dedicated to providing value added solutions to our clients. We take pride in our reputation for providing a globally consistent quality service, an integrated approach and world-class expertise. Deloitte is renowned for its innovative and collaborative culture, where talented people work closely with like-minded individuals to achieve collective success. 

Deloitte East Africa provides seamless cross-border services to multinationals, large national enterprises, small and medium sized enterprises and the public sector, across four (4) countries in the region: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.

A career with Deloitte offers you the opportunity to engage with and work alongside leading corporations within the East African region, and an opportunity to start and grow your career within a dynamic and rewarding environment. You will get the support, coaching and training needed to advance your career in Uganda and within the East Africa market.

What impact will you make?

At Deloitte we have a clear purpose, to make an impact that matters to our clients, our colleagues and our communities. From professional development to leadership opportunities and career advancement, we empower our people to be their very best - because that’s how you make an impact.

Main Purpose of Job 

Deloitte (Uganda) Limited currently has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic person to join our Tax, Legal & BPS team as a Tax Consultant. You will ensure that the client and Firm’s expectations are met by delivering high quality services and maintaining high utilisation levels.

What you will do 

• Responsibility for client portfolio and ensuring that matters pertaining to the client are dealt with or brought to the attention of the Manager;
• Ensure that all client assignments are carried out to the required standards, within agreed time and financial budgets and in adherence to the Firm’s approved procedures and methodologies;
• Assist and advise clients regarding taxation and regulatory matters in Uganda;
• Involvement in advisory, consulting and tax compliance work;
• Manage fieldwork and team to ensure deliverables are completed and initial review done before manager review;
• Be involved in drafting correspondences to Revenue Authority and clarifying any matters arising regarding clients assignments;
• Develop and manage business relationships with client personal and other regulatory bodies such as the Tax Authorities for effective client service;
• Keep abreast with technical developments in the profession and the country in order to anticipate client needs, and offer value added and practical business solutions;
• Leverage knowledge and contribute to proper knowledge management within the department including training for self and other members;
• Supervise and coach junior team members; and,Assist with departmental administration tasks, which may include but are not limited to: risk processes, billings and collections, file management.

Key performance areas

1. Strategic Impact
2. Budgets / Profitability

Core Technical/Professional

1. Tax laws and rules.
2. Delivery excellence.
3. Analytical thinking and problem solving.
4. Technology tools and solutions

• Have at least a Second Class Degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance,  International Business Management, Law or Economics or any other relevant field;
• Additional professional credentials preferred (such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CA, ADIT industrial or other professional certifications that denote specific technical, business, or industry qualifications relevant to the required area of work) will be an added advantage;
• Have a 1st Grade in 'O' Level or equivalent;
• At least five (5) years of professional experience with not less than three (3) most recent ones in tax practice in a professional services firms/ Revenue Authority/ Industry;
• Team and result oriented and able to team tight deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal communication skills;
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, organizational skills and work ethic;
• Be willing to work with limited supervision and learn new skills quickly;
• Have an open, creative, enthusiastic and flexible mind set; and,
• Be a Ugandan citizen.

Your role as a leader

At Deloitte we believe in the importance of leadership at all levels. We expect our people to embrace and live our purpose by challenging themselves to identify issues that are most important for our clients, our people, and for society and make an impact that matters.

Leadership / Behavioral Capabilities

 Living our Purpose - Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact.

Influence - Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills.

Performance drive - Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track.

Strategic direction - Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business.

Talent development - Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent.

 Our purpose

 Deloitte is led by a purpose: to make an impact that matters. Every day, Deloitte people are making a real impact in the places they live and work. We pride ourselves on doing not only what is good for clients, but also what is good for our people and the communities in which we live and work—always striving to be an organization that is held up as a role model of quality, integrity, and positive change. Learn more about Deloitte’s impact on the world.  #ImpactThatMatters.

If you meet the above requirements, please visit our website and apply online: Deloitte East Africa Careers portal. 

Please note that candidates that do not attached their resumes and academic credentials will not be considered.

Closing date: 26 September 2019.

 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not ask individuals to pay any fees or money as part of the recruitment process.