Tax Advisor - Indirect Taxes - Customs

Ernst & Young

EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. Worldwide, our 230,000 people are united by our shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality. EY, has been in East Africa for over 87 years and with over 600 professionals, is today one of the largest professional services firms in the region.

Your key responsibilities

• Support clients on customs compliance, customs valuation, tariff classification, rules of origin, and other international trade matters.
• Assist in customs audits, reviews, objections, appeals, and dispute resolution engagements.
• Conduct customs health checks and identify customs and trade compliance risks and opportunities.
• Perform customs data analysis, reconciliations, and duty exposure quantifications.
• Prepare technical reports, advisory memoranda, client presentations, and correspondence.
• Conduct research on customs legislation, case law, regional trade agreements, and regulatory developments.
• Support engagements with customs authorities and other regulatory agencies.
• Assist with business development initiatives, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Economics, Law, International Trade, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Diploma in Customs Administration, Customs Operations, or International Trade from a recognised body (e.g. KESRA) will be an added advantage.
• CPA, ACCA, CILT, or other relevant professional qualification will be an added advantage.
• A minimum overall grade of a B in KCSE and B in both English & Mathematics
• At least 2 years of experience in customs, international trade, tax advisory, logistics, freight forwarding, or regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA), Customs Valuation, Tariff Classification, Rules of Origin, the EAC Common External Tariff, and WTO Customs Valuation principles will be an added advantage

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Strong technical acumen and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• A collaborative, innovative, and efficient work style.
• A robust work ethic.
• Professional responsibility, confidentiality and integrity;
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful and able to work under pressure;