Tax and Accounts Graduate Trainee job at TASLAF Advocates

About Organisation:

TASLAF Advocates provides blended legal and tax services to some of the most impactful entities operating in Uganda and East Africa. We are driven by a desire to create social impact and to harness the interconnectedness of the African ecosystem in our provision of integrated legal and tax solutions.

Job Summary:

TASLAF Advocates invites applications for the position of Tax & Accounts Graduate Trainee from highly motivated graduates seeking to build a career in taxation and accounting within a dynamic professional services environment. The role o!ers hands-on exposure to tax advisory, compliance, "nancial analysis, and client service engagements across a diverse client portfolio in Uganda and East Africa.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Accounting, or a related "eld with a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division from a recognized university;
• Pursuing a professional quali"cation such as CPA, ACCA, Postgraduate Diploma in Tax (PGD Tax), Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT), or Certi"ed Tax Advisor (CTA) is an added advantage;
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in taxation;
• Graduated in 2024 or 2025, or expecting to graduate in 2026 (a letter of completion or testimonial must be attached);
• Good knowledge of basic accounting and local tax laws;
• Demonstrated interest in Climate Finance, ESG, and sustainability practices, with an understanding of legal issues relating to the technology, construction, and insurance sectors;
• Must be a Ugandan citizen or legally eligible to work in Uganda.

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of local tax regulations, laws, and computations
• Excellent report-writing skills
• Sound "nancial knowledge
• Strong business acumen
• High focus on quality and risk management
• Well-developed computer skills

Benefits

• Paid traineeship
• Opportunity to work in a structured professional environment
• Stimulating and challenging work environment
• Strong learning and mentorship opportunities
• Access to online courses for career development
• Clear pathway for professional

Duration

The Graduate Traineeship Programme will run for a period of three (3) months. Outstanding performance during the traineeship may be considered for future engagement, subject to the !rm’s needs and performance evaluation.

• Knowledge of local tax regulations, laws, and computations
• Excellent report-writing skills
• Sound "nancial knowledge
• Strong business acumen
• High focus on quality and risk management
• Well-developed computer skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Accounting, or a related "eld with a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division from a recognized university;
• Pursuing a professional quali"cation such as CPA, ACCA, Postgraduate Diploma in Tax (PGD Tax), Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT), or Certi"ed Tax Advisor (CTA) is an added advantage;
• Strong interest in pursuing a career in taxation;
• Graduated in 2024 or 2025, or expecting to graduate in 2026 (a letter of completion or testimonial must be attached);
• Good knowledge of basic accounting and local tax laws;
• Demonstrated interest in Climate Finance, ESG, and sustainability practices, with an understanding of legal issues relating to the technology, construction, and insurance sectors;
• Must be a Ugandan citizen or legally eligible to work in Uganda.