Tax Consultant / Tax Senior Consultant

Company Description

About Deloitte

Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and 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 Deloittes approximately 312,000 people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com

In Namibia, Deloitte is one of the leading professional services organisations, specialising in providing Audit, Tax, Consulting and Risk Advisory services. We serve clients in a variety of industries from financial services, to consumer business, energy, mining and manufacturing, tourism and the public sector, and we provide powerful business solutions to some of the world's most well-known and respected companies, including more than 80 percent of the Fortune 100.

Our professionals are unified by a collaborative culture that fosters integrity, outstanding value to markets and clients, commitment to each other, and strength from cultural diversity. They are dedicated to strengthening corporate responsibility, building public trust, and making a positive impact in their communities. We understand that our professionals hold interests outside of the work space and we aim to encourage work/life balance, supporting them in all aspects of their lives.

Our talented professionals and our clients understand the link between a strong learning and development programme and the ability for Deloitte to deliver on its promise of consistent, high-quality service delivery worldwide.

Whatever your age, gender or culture, take your career to the next level with the talents and capabilities you'll develop at Deloitte.

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 thats how you make an impact.

About the team:

The tax environment is complex and dynamic, which makes accurate and reliable professional advice on tax matters imperative. Our clients can rely on us to meet this need in a proactive manner. Deloitte Namibias Tax Business Unit is looking for talented Namibian candidates to join them in the capacity of a Tax Trainee, Junior Tax Consultant, Tax Consultant or Senior Tax Consultant.

Job Description

Main Purpose of Job

The overall aim is the delivery of quality services to our clients according to Deloitte Tax standards, Deloitte policies and Deloitte ethical principles.

Role & Responsibilities

• Under guidance, supporting on delivery of designated Tax engagements/projects, and managing the implementation of agreed deliverables;
• Delivering client service according to relevant Deloitte standards, policies and ethical principles;
• Assisting in the preparation of proposals/tenders and presentations on request;
• Generating innovative solutions on projects/engagements in collaboration with team members to enhance/renew service offerings to clients;
• Collecting, assimilating and analysing relevant data using standard tools and data visualizations to help surface insights and solutions;
• Building and maintaining relationships with the client and relevant Government ministries;
• Conducting research on the client, understanding the clients goals and needs, and communicating regularly with the client;
• Developing knowledge of service areas and Deloitte tax service delivery models;
• Attending to tax compliance by understanding the different tax rules;
• Identifying risk and issues and documents with technical support;
• Identifying legislative changes that are applicable to the client and raising these with the client team;
• Developing a solid understanding in Tax Accounting and the compliance and planning aspects of tax;
• Gathering information to prepare returns including content of relevant returns;
• Preparing tax returns and refunds, calculations of risk and potential penalties, and following up with appropriate authorities;
• Using Deloitte tools and technology resources to prepare tax returns and interest for delayed payments;
• Performing basic technical, risk, and opportunity analyses based on client facts and circumstances, trade flows, and processes;
• Applying compliance obligations and timelines, rights and obligations of taxpayers in respect of all taxes;
• Joining meetings with tax authorities to discuss client issues;
• Keeping up to date with tax authority and Deloitte strategies and policies;
• Interpreting client data and utilising data for compliance and consulting purposes;
• Sharing knowledge, ideas, and information with others; and
• Contributing ideas to develop solutions, consulting with others as appropriate

Qualifications

• BComm (Acc); BComm (LLB), or CA or other relevant qualification
• Professional Qualifications an added advantage.
• Technical expertise in customs and excise matters
• 2 - 4 year tax experience. Big 4 Audit firm experience will be an added advantage.
• Post graduate qualification in Taxation will be an added advantage

Additional Information

We are committed to establishing an environment of continuous learning and enriching career opportunities.

People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

In your application, please make reference to the added advantage requirements that you meet.

Closing date: 7 March 2022

Hybrid & Vaccination policy

Deloitte Africa has successfully launched the Hybrid Working model. Aligned with this model is our commitment to maintain an environment for personnel, clients and visitors that is safe and, as far as reasonably practicable, free from health risks.

Medical evidence provides overwhelming and empirical evidence that vaccination is currently the most effective means of preventing the spread of COVID-19 and reducing the likelihood of serious illness, death, transmissions and infections. More information about our mandatory vaccination policy will be discussed during the recruitment process for this position.