Senior Tax Controller Jobs – M-KOPA

Job Title:    Senior Tax Controller

Organisation: M-KOPA

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

The scale and impact of our work is massive. M-KOPA is a fast-growing Fin Tech company offering millions of underbanked customers across Africa access to life-enhancing products and services. From our roots as the pioneer in pay-as-you-go “PayGo’” solar energy for off grid homes, we have grown into one of the most advanced connected asset ?nancing platforms in the world, empowering a broad range of customers to achieve progress in their lives.

Job Summary:   We are looking for a Senior Tax Controller to join our Finance team as we scale up and drive digital and financial inclusion across our markets. In this role, you will work as a strategic partner within the finance team, driving M-KOPA’s tax compliance and optimization efforts to support our broader financial goals.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Acting as a key contributor and advisor, you will collaborate closely with senior finance leaders to implement tax strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring a balance between compliance and business growth.
• Leading tax management, you will oversee both direct and indirect tax obligations across the organization. This includes preparing and submitting tax documentation, managing the company’s tax database, and advising on structural financial decisions with potential tax implications.
• You will be involved in preparing necessary documentation for tax payments, providing strategic insights on tax matters, and recommending opportunities to reduce tax exposure effectively.
• Serving as a bridge between M-KOPA and tax authorities, you will also liaise with auditors and regulatory bodies, contributing to our finance team’s success by enhancing compliance and optimizing tax efficiency.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates with 3+ years of experience in finance, specifically in tax management.
• You should have a background as a Tax Accountant, Tax Analyst, or similar role, with a solid understanding of tax regulations.
• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is essential, while professional qualifications such as CA or CPA, or a master’s in taxation, are preferred.
• The role demands strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, alongside proficiency in advanced Excel and accounting software.
• If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for finance and a commitment to high-quality tax management, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on M-KOPA’s journey.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to make a difference and drive financial excellence in a dynamic and innovative environment, we want to hear from you!

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