Tax Administrative Assistant 

About Deloitte

Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies. Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 345,000 people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com

Deloitte is 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 three (3) countries in the region: Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.

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.

About the Department

Deloitte offers a broad range of fully integrated tax services, tailored signature solutions and insights that span across business taxes, indirect taxes, cross-border taxes and global employer services designed to work for your business needs.

Deloitte (Uganda) Limited currently has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified individual to join our Tax, Legal & BPS - Tax department as an Administrative Assistant. We are looking for innovative, agile, driven, engaging and proactive people to support in taking our Tax business to the next level. This position will be based in our Kampala office in Uganda.

 Click here to read more about our Tax practice.

Main purpose of the job

The candidate will provide efficient administrative support for internal clients especially the Management Team in the Tax Department.

What you will do 

·       Provide administrative support for internal clients (such as Management Team of the Tax department);

·       Develop a good working relationship with all levels of staff in the Tax department;

·       Coordinate and arrange logistics for meetings, conferences, entertainment and attend department meetings to prepare minutes;

·       File and manage documentation related to engagements and projects;

·       Prepare and edit presentations, proposals, contracts, letters, professional business communication documents including invoices;

·       Assist in the preparation, co-ordination & tracking of proposals/tenders and presentations upon request;

·       Work closely with the Clients & Industries (C&I) team to ensure that reports and proposals prepared are in line with the Firm’s brand and communication standards, maintain a complete record of all proposals and correspondences;

·       Assist in the preparation of proposals/tenders and presentations on request;

·       Support in planning of sales presentations and client negotiation teams for new and retained business;

·       Assist the department in debtor and Work in Progress (WIP) management;

·       Support with risk processes related to client service and delivery; and

·       Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Required Qualifications and Experience 

·       A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in Social Sciences, Humanities or Administrative Studies or other degree;

·       1-3 years’ professional experience in an administrative or office management role;

·       A secretarial qualification is an added advantage;

·       Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional approach at all times;

·       Advanced MS Office knowledge (MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Word);

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

·       Experience with recognised organisation is an added advantage; and

·       Be a Ugandan citizen or eligible to work in Uganda.

Key Performance Areas

·       Strategic Impact - Support the Partner on delivery of designated engagement / project and manage the implementation of the agreed deliverables.

·       Stakeholder focus – Leverage a deep understanding of Tax services and stakeholder needs to deliver high quality engagements.

·        Apply ethical and professional standards - Compliance with auditing and accounting standards, relevant laws and regulations (including specific local laws and regulations), ethical standards, independence requirements and the audit firm's quality control procedures.

Behavioural competencies

·       Attention to detail and problem-solving skills;

·       Strong organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to multi-task prioritise and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment;

·       Responsiveness, solution focus, drive and energy; and

·       Diligence, punctuality, a systematic responsible approach.

Technical Competencies

·       Advanced computer user skills, including Internet experience and advanced Microsoft Office knowledge (Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word);

·       Excellent report writing skills;

·       Good team working skills; and

·       Ability to manage processes and maintain accurate records.

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 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.

Why Deloitte?

At Deloitte, our professional development plan focuses on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there is always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help build world-class skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world.

Deloitte opens the door to a career that can cross borders virtually and physically across the African continent and globally to gain experience and access projects beyond our borders. We value difference, and embrace people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities and thinking styles.

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. #Makinganimpactthatmatters

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

Closing date: 16 August 2022. 

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