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Consultant – Tax Compliance job at Palladium | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Palladium is a global impact firm committed to making the world a better place by linking social progress with commercial growth, with a mission to catalyze positive social and economic change in over 90 countries through innovative and sustainable solutions. Established in 1965, Palladium has built a strong reputation for its expertise in international development, strategy execution, and impact investment, and is recognized for partnering with governments, corporations, and civil society to tackle complex global challenges.
The company fosters a purpose-driven, inclusive, and collaborative work culture, offering its employees a platform for global career growth, skills development, and meaningful engagement in transformative projects. With job opportunities ranging from program management and health systems strengthening to finance and digital innovation, Palladium supports hybrid and international work arrangements. Its business model is driven by innovation, data-driven decision-making, and integrated development solutions that span health, education, environment, and economic growth.
With a workforce of over 3,000 professionals worldwide, Palladium’s reach spans across regions, impacting millions of lives while upholding core values of integrity, collaboration, accountability, and innovation. The company is also deeply committed to corporate social responsibility through initiatives like gender equality, climate resilience, and youth empowerment. More about Palladium can be found on their official website: www.thepalladiumgroup.com.
Are you looking for Finance jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Consultant – Tax Compliance job at Palladium
Full Time
Deadline:
23 May 2025
Job Title
Consultant – Tax Compliance job at Palladium
Palladium
Job Description
The Consultant will support FGEs established under the CSJ project to meet statutory tax compliance obligations in Uganda. These enterprises require guidance to register and file VAT, PAYE, provisional, and annual tax returns. The Consultant will prepare financial statements and train FGE representatives to handle future compliance requirements independently. This role involves a blend of hands-on technical work and capacity building to ensure long-term sustainability.
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How to Apply
Assist FGEs to register for necessary tax obligations (e.g., VAT, PAYE).
Train FGEs on statutory compliance and tax filing procedures.
Prepare and submit the following financial statements for each FGE:
Trial Balance
Statement of Comprehensive Income
Statement of Financial Position
Cash Flow Statement
Statement of Changes in Equity
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Income Tax Computations
File both provisional and final tax returns on behalf of each FGE.
Train FGE finance personnel and confirm knowledge transfer with attendance and feedback records.
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Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
CPA certification is mandatory.
Experience:
At least 7 years of experience in audit and tax, with relevance to agriculture and rural businesses.
Strong background in preparing and interpreting financial statements.
Proven ability to train non-experts using practical, easy-to-understand methods.
Skills and Competencies:
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Ugandan tax laws and financial reporting.
Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
Knowledge of Luo or other Northern Uganda languages is an added advantage.
Results-driven, innovative, adaptable, and a proactive communicator.
