Tax Supervisor

Company: RWK Africa
Position: Tax Supervisor
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: Monday, 12 October 2026

About the Role

RWK Africa is looking for an experienced and technically strong Tax Supervisor to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising tax compliance and advisory assignments, managing tax-related client matters, reviewing tax work, and providing technical guidance to the tax team. The role requires strong knowledge of Kenyan tax laws, excellent analytical skills, and proven experience in handling tax cases and supervising tax teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supervise Tax Compliance & Advisory Assignments
Oversee tax compliance and advisory work to ensure accurate, timely, and high-quality delivery to clients.

2. Review Tax Computations & Returns
Review tax computations, returns, reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation before submission.

3. Handle Tax Audits & KRA Engagements
Manage tax audits, investigations, assessments, objections, KRA queries, and related taxpayer engagements.

4. Provide Tax Advisory & Planning
Provide practical tax advice and identify tax risks, compliance gaps, and tax planning opportunities for clients.

5. Supervise & Develop the Tax Team
Guide, mentor, review, and monitor the performance of tax staff to ensure assignments are completed effectively.

6. Monitor Tax Laws & Regulatory Changes
Keep up to date with changes in Kenyan tax legislation, KRA requirements, and other developments affecting clients.

7. Manage Client Tax Matters
Act as a key point of contact for clients, responding to tax queries and ensuring timely resolution of tax-related matters.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.

· CPA (K) qualification is mandatory. 

· KESRA graduate is an added advantage.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in handling tax cases and tax-related matters.

· At least 3 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role.

· Demonstrable experience in tax compliance, tax advisory, tax audits, and KRA engagements.

· Strong ability to understand, interpret, and apply Kenyan tax laws and regulations.

Key Skills and Competencies

· Strong technical knowledge of Kenyan taxation.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Strong understanding of KRA processes and tax compliance requirements.

· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

· Strong team leadership and supervisory skills.

· Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

· Strong client relationship management skills.

· Ability to manage multiple assignments and statutory deadlines.

· High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a results-oriented tax professional who can take ownership of tax assignments, confidently supervise a team, handle complex tax matters, and provide practical solutions to clients.

The ideal candidate should be able to combine technical tax expertise with strong leadership, attention to detail, and excellent client service.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their latest CV and portfolio to: hr.rwkafrica@gmail.com

Deadline for submission: Monday, 12 October 2026

Only candidates who meet the stated qualifications and experience requirements will be considered.