Accounting Intern

Accounting & Tax Intern

Location: Nairobi
Job Type: Internship

Role Overview

An opportunity is available for an Accounting & Tax Intern to gain practical experience in accounting, taxation, bookkeeping and KRA compliance. The role involves working alongside tax experts and consultants while supporting day-to-day financial and client-related processes.

What You’ll Work On

• Support the preparation and filing of VAT, PAYE, WHT and Corporate Tax returns through the KRA iTax portal.

• Assist clients with eTIMS billing transactions and related compliance activities.

• Help maintain accurate books of accounts for different client portfolios by recording transactions and reconciling ledgers.

• Assist in collecting, arranging and verifying documentation required for VAT refund claims and audit preparation.

• Research developments in Kenyan tax laws and KRA regulations to support the team’s tax advisory work.

What You Need

• An ongoing or recently completed Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related business field.

• Progress in a professional accounting qualification such as CPA Section 2 and above or ACCA is highly desirable.

• A good foundational understanding of the Kenyan tax system and KRA iTax.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data sorting and basic financial modelling formulas.

• Previous exposure to eTIMS or accounting software such as QuickBooks or Xero is an added advantage.

• Strong attention to detail.

• High levels of integrity and confidentiality.

• A genuine interest in financial problem-solving.

APPLICATION

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