Tax Internship at KKCO East Africa

Job Description

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Familiarity with tax laws and regulations, including Income Tax, VAT, Excise Duty, and relevant Finance Acts.
• Ability to research tax issues and interpret legislation, rulings, and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of tax compliance processes such as return filing, tax reconciliation, and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with tax or ERP systems is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of eTIMS, iTax, and KRA compliance requirements.

Analytical & Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work with numerical data, prepare schedules, and support tax computations.
• Good communication skills—both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Personal Attributes

• Willingness to learn and develop technical tax skills.
• Strong work ethic and initiative.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Adaptability and eagerness to take on new tasks.

Experience (Optional / as needed)

• Internship or prior exposure in tax, audit, or accounting is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Kenya’s tax regime or exposure to KRA systems is desirable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Commerce, or a related field
• CPA Intermediate
• ADIT / Diploma/Certificate in tax is an added advantage