Senior Tax Advisor - International Tax & Transaction Services at Ernst & Young in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Senior Tax Advisor - International Tax & Transaction Services

    Ernst & YoungNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    2 days ago

    Apply by

    3 Sept

    Full Time
    On Site
    Senior
    Consulting & Professional Services
    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

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    Job Description

    Working closely with other experts in the practice, the suitable candidate should be passionate and demonstrate a deep understanding of economic and business environment; have deep economic and financial analytical skills; be a creative thinker and solution focused; be tech-savvy and excited about digital innovation; and be insightful and proactive in dealing with client needs and challenges.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Work closely with other experts in the practice
    • Demonstrate deep understanding of economic and business environment
    • Provide deep economic and financial analytical skills
    • Be a creative thinker and solution focused
    • Be tech-savvy and excited about digital innovation
    • Be insightful and proactive in dealing with client needs and challenges

    Required Qualifications

    • 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 – if any not mandatory.
    • A minimum overall grade of a B in KCSE and B in both English & Mathematics
    • At least 4 or more years' experience in business advisory with a legal or professional firm, specializing in M&A and cross border investment advisory.
    • 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

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

    Minimum Experience

    4 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Business

    Field of Study

    Economics, Business, Finance, or Law

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Ernst & Young on careers.ey.com to apply.

    Master the M&A Tax Interview

    This senior tax role demands more than textbook knowledge. Hiring managers will probe how you've handled real cross-border deals, managed client expectations, and kept pace with regulatory shifts.

    1. Showcase deal experience: On your CV, highlight specific M&A or cross-border transactions you've advised on. Quantify deal sizes and your role in the process. For example, 'Advised on a $50M cross-border acquisition, structuring the tax-efficient holding entity.'

    2. Brush up on Kenyan tax law: Expect questions on the Income Tax Act, VAT Act, and recent amendments. Be ready to discuss how they impact cross-border transactions and holding structures.

    3. Prepare a case study: You may be given a hypothetical M&A scenario. Walk through your approach: due diligence, structuring, financing, and post-deal integration. Show you think end-to-end.

    4. Demonstrate analytical rigor: Be ready to discuss complex financial models you've built. Mention specific tools like Excel, Alteryx, or Power BI if you've used them for tax analysis.

    5. Highlight client management: Senior roles need you to manage client relationships. Share examples of how you've communicated complex tax issues to non-specialist stakeholders.

    6. Show digital fluency: The posting asks for tech-savvy candidates. Talk about how you've used tax technology, data analytics, or automation in your previous roles.

    7. Emphasize teamwork: EY values team success. Prepare stories that show you've mentored juniors, collaborated across functions, or stepped up when needed.

    8. Ask smart questions: At the end of the interview, ask about the team's recent deals, the firm's approach to digital tax, or opportunities for professional development. It shows you're genuinely interested.

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    Tags

    tax
    M&A
    cross-border investment
    ACCA
    CPA