Our International Tax & Transactions Services practice helps investors, private capital enterprises and multinational corporations proactively address challenges by bringing globally connected tax services to all aspects of their business.

As part of a globally organized and deployed team, and sitting within the larger Tax team, our people are required to be creative and innovative in assisting clients.

The opportunity

We are looking for a senior to join our robust team.

Your key responsibilities

You will be part of a team based in the Kenya office advising our clientele of large and medium sized multinational enterprises and local companies. Your work will cut across different sectors, industries, companies and business processes.

Typical responsibilities of the role include, but, not limited to the following:

• Preparing/reviewing transfer pricing reports and performing benchmarking analysis
• Analysing business value chains to establish the most appropriate transfer pricing methods
• Supporting investors and other players during mergers and acquisitions
• Providing transaction advisory services
• Other cross-border tax advisory services
• Supporting business development initiatives

Skills and attributes for success

How your skills and experience will make an impact.

To qualify for the role you must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in either Economics/Business/Finance or legal field with a minimum of Upper Second Class honours or its equivalent
• Professional qualification in accounting (ACCA, CPA or CA) will be an added advantage
• A minimum overall grade of a B in KCSE and B in both English & Mathematics

Ideally, you’ll also have

• At least 2 years’ experience in the field of international taxation (including transfer pricing) with a legal or professional firm. Experience in dispute resolution specific to transfer pricing controversy will be an added advantage.

The ideal person

• Is self-driven, pro-active and focused
• Takes responsibility for performing high quality work
• Is exceptionally committed to team success
• Excellent communication and social skills

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY is committed to be an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

About EY

As a global leader in Assurance, Tax, Strategy and Transactions and Consulting Services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer a reality.

If you believe you have the skills and qualities that match the position and would like to be part of a winning high performing team, kindly submit your cover letter, CV, academic and professional certificates in support of your qualifications by close of business on 17th September 2024.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.