Drive tax excellence at one of Africa’s leading FinTech innovators.
At Mukuru, we’re on a mission to make financial services accessible and affordable for emerging markets. As we expand across borders, our tax environment grows in complexity—and that’s where you come in. We’re looking for a highly skilled Senior Tax Specialist to lead and manage our tax function across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance, driving strategy, and minimising risk.
This is more than just tax reporting. You’ll influence strategic decisions, lead cross-border tax projects, and ensure Mukuru’s continued compliance and success across Africa, the UK, and Europe.
ResponsibilitiesTax Processes, Planning & Projects
Drive the implementation of global tax processes and best practices across the group.
Provide strategic tax advice for business decisions, projects, and transactions.
Lead and manage tax projects that improve efficiency, reduce exposure, and support expansion.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Legal, Finance, and Compliance to embed tax thinking into business operations.
Review external billing to ensure scope alignment and cost accuracy.
Tax Accounting & Reporting
Prepare and review reconciliations (Income Tax, VAT, Withholding Tax), supporting monthly closes.
Partner with Finance to ensure accurate tax accounting under IFRS.
Coordinate with external auditors and manage tax reporting positions.
Support tax automation initiatives and system improvements.
Tax Compliance & Filings
Prepare and/or review direct and indirect tax returns across group entities.
Ensure compliance with local and international regulations, including transfer pricing (master/local files) and country-by-country reports.
Manage tax registrations for new legal entities.
Oversee preparation of tax provisions and ensure timely payments and refunds.
Tax Risk Management & Audits
Conduct tax due diligence and risk reviews to identify and mitigate exposures.
Lead tax audits, responding to authority requests and ensuring proper documentation.
Design and implement internal controls for accurate reporting and compliance.
Knowledge Sharing & Leadership
Mentor junior tax team members and support their growth.
Deliver training and awareness sessions on tax-related topics to internal stakeholders.
Stay current with global tax developments and update the business on key changes.
Education:
Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting or Tax – Essential
Chartered Accountant (CA) – Preferred
Registered Tax Practitioner or professional certification – Advantageous
International Tax or Transfer Pricing certifications – Desirable
Experience:
5+ years’ experience in a senior tax role in a multinational, financial, fintech, or Big 4 environment.
Strong background in Corporate Income Tax, VAT, and international tax compliance.
3+ years of Transfer Pricing and global tax documentation experience.
Proven experience managing audits, leading tax projects, and working with cross-border teams.
Previous team leadership or mentoring experience.
Strong conceptual and analytical thinking
High level of professional expertise in tax
Ability to manage complex tasks under tight timelines
Effective interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
Initiative-driven and proactive problem-solving
Excellent verbal and written communication
Networking and relationship-building capability
Results-focused with strong execution abilities
Deep knowledge of Corporate Tax and VAT legislation (including VAT apportionment)
Solid understanding of global tax frameworks, particularly across Africa and Europe
Proficiency in Transfer Pricing strategy and documentation
Experience with tax software, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), and financial systems
Ability to interpret and apply IFRS and compliance standards
Strong leadership, project management, and mentoring skills
Meticulous attention to detail and analytical acumen
I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!
Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.
If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS
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What We Do
Mukuru is one of the largest money transfer providers in Africa and a leading Next Gen Financial Services Platform that offers affordable and reliable financial services to the emerging consumer. The foundation of our business was built by providing the continent’s migrant diaspora with safe, convenient international money transfers. From this base we have grown a wide range of products and services that take their cue from our customers’ needs and aspirations for greater financial security and a better life. To this end, we continue to build a highly robust and resilient physical and digital financial payments infrastructure across Africa that unlocks new value-added services for our loyal customers. This includes cash transfers, Mukuru Funeral Cover, and the Mukuru Card. As a fintech provider, Mukuru has underpinned its successful customer engagement strategy with the ability to ‘speak the language’ of its users and gain a grassroots understanding of the unique pain points that customers face in each market. Our engagement platforms include WhatsApp, free USSD, the Mukuru App, and the website. Customers are always able to speak to Mukuru about any challenges or difficulties with the platform, whether it’s a Mukuru agent in a physical booth, at a branch, over the telephone, or via a virtual live chat function in a language of the customer’s choosing, and often in their mother tongue. Take a walk through our Contact Centre at any time, and you’ll hear conversations in 15 languages – our very own united nations of Africa and Asia.
