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Senior Associate, Tax Services job at Grant Thornton Uganda | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Grant Thornton is a globally respected professional services network committed to helping dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth through tailored audit, tax, advisory, and outsourcing solutions. With a mission to make business more personal and build trust in every result, the firm has earned recognition for its integrity, agility, and quality of service, making it a trusted advisor to clients ranging from large corporations to growing businesses.
Grant Thornton fosters an inclusive, high-performance work culture that emphasizes continuous learning, diversity, and employee well-being, offering flexible work arrangements and meaningful career development opportunities. With a legacy dating back over a century, the firm has evolved through innovation and client-centric strategies, embracing digital transformation and sustainability as pillars of its business model. Operating in more than 130 countries, including a strong presence in Africa, Grant Thornton combines global expertise with local insights to deliver exceptional value.
Guided by core values such as collaboration, leadership, responsibility, and excellence, the firm also prioritizes corporate social responsibility through community engagement, education initiatives, and environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.grantthornton.global.
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Deadline:
1 Dec 2025
Job Title
Senior Associate, Tax Services job at Grant Thornton Uganda
Grant Thornton Uganda
Job Description
Senior Associate, Tax Services
Grant Thornton Uganda
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, committed and highly talented individual to join our Uganda office.
Role: Senior Associate, Tax Services
Job Summary:
The overall purpose of this job is to drive end-to-end delivery of tax compliance and consulting engagements for a diverse client portfolio. The role provides strategic support in preparing and reviewing tax computations, managing statutory filings, handling tax objections, and representing clients before the tax authority. The Senior Associate will also contribute to client education through webinars and trainings, support technical research, and ensure consistent alignment with the firm’s quality standards.
This position demands strong analytical acumen, stakeholder management capability, and a proactive approach to navigating evolving tax regulations.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Suitable and qualified candidates should send their CVs to recruitment@ug.gt.com with the subject line Senior Associate – Tax Services by Monday December 1, 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted..
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality tax compliance services, including preparation and review of tax computations, returns, and statutory submissions.
Provide practical tax consulting support across direct and indirect taxes, grounded in technical research and well-developed tax opinions.
Handle tax objections for clients with the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), ensuring comprehensive follow-up until approvals or resolutions are secured.
Represent clients before the URA in audits, reconciliations, inquiries, and dispute resolution processes.
Participate in delivering client-focused webinars, trainings, and sensitization sessions on emerging tax trends, amendments, and regulatory developments.
Engage clients on tax planning opportunities while proactively identifying risks and value-creation levers.
Support negotiations and resolution of tax matters with the authorities, ensuring accurate documentation and timely closure.
Collaborate with internal teams to meet engagement timelines and quality expectations.
Contribute to knowledge sharing, team capability building, and continuous process enhancement.
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Experience and Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
A professional qualification (ACCA/CPA) or progress toward completion.
3-4 years of hands-on experience in tax consulting or compliance, ideally within a reputable audit or tax advisory firm. Excellent communication, client management, and project delivery skills.
A proactive, agile, and solutions-oriented mindset.
Why Join Us?
At Grant Thornton, you will work in a progressive environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learning. You will engage with diverse clients, contribute to complex assignments, and play a pivotal role in delivering practical, high-impact tax solutions.
