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Tax Internship at KKCO East Africa LLP

About Us

KKCO East Africa is an independent accounting and advisory firm of Certified Public Accountants situated in Kenya with a vision for significant growth across the continent of 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

Deadline – 4th December 2025