Associate-Tax

The Job Description

Supporting and assisting the engagement teams in preparing and delivering engagement plans for diverse clients. Under the guidance of the line Senior or Manager, the Associate performs risk assessment procedures, processes, and controls review and testing, prepares the engagement report, monitors engagement findings, and performs ad-hoc duties as required by the Senior team as well as ensuring that the work is done per the BDO Methodology and relevant guidelines and tax laws.

The Specific Roles Are Highlighted Below

• Take on challenges and see assigned tasks to completion.
• Collaborate with BDO professionals in other lines of business and tax professionals in other countries.
• Assist in preparing tax advisory reports clearly and concisely, with proper punctuation and grammar.
• Follow up on assigned clients for outstanding information and ensure that set timelines are met.
• Research, analyze, and communicate on current issues relating to clients in different sectors.
• Understand BDO methodology and work procedures.
• Execute assignments in line with BDO methodology, quality standards, and approach.
• Assist the Senior and/or the Engagement Manager by gathering sufficient and appropriate information about the business and engagement to form an adequate basis for preparing the assignment strategy.
  
  

Qualifications & Experiences

Desired Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA, ACCA, or progress toward certification preferred.
• A professional qualification in Tax is an added advantage
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in tax preparation, tax consulting, or a related area.
• Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
  
  

Competences/Attributes

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Fluency in MS Office applications
• Fast learner and comfortable with new challenges
• Integrity and reliability
• A team player
• Good communication and social skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Fluency in English and excellent research and report writing skills
• Self-motivated and able to take initiative

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