Senior Manager - Nairobi, Kenya - Deloitte Consulting

Description

Deloitte Consulting is a leading provider of innovative development solutions to U.S. and international donors, foundations, governments, and Fortune 500 companies.

With member firm presence in more than 150 countries, we bring the power of a global firm and leverage our immense technical expertise and firm capabilities to bring integrated approaches to US Agency for International Development.

Main purpose of the job

The holder of this position will support the department in growing their business and managing the on-going assignments to a logical conclusion; provide outstanding value to clients and the Firm; develop high-performing people and teams, leading big teams and supporting them to make an impact that matters; and setting the direction in line with the Firm's strategy to deliver exceptional client service.

What you will do

Handle a wide variety of tax advisory assignments efficiently and comprehensively;
Oversee effective management of tax compliance engagements in a timely manner;
Manage global tax compliance assignments;
Manage tax risks and opportunities and review assignments;
Oversee investment allowance review projects;
Manage tax dispute resolution assignments;
Manage client communications;
Manage the allocated client portfolio;
Ensure preparation of proposals and engagement letters while ensuring that client take on procedures are completed in a timely manner;
Lead business development activities aimed at growing the business tax portfolio and revenues;
Manage different teams to ensure client deliverables and deadlines are met;
Manage working capital and debtors for assigned client portfolio; and
Train and coach (classroom and on-job) other staff in the department.

Requirements
Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce, Economics or Law.
10-15 years' professional tax experience with at least 2 years' experience working at a senior managerial level.
Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA).
Master's degree will be an added advantage.

Behavioural competencies

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others.
Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
Sound problem solving ability.

Technical Competencies

A proven track record of leading and delivering big and complex projects.
Extensive experience in leading client relationships and client–facing advisory projects.
Expert in field with sound industry and business knowledge.
The proven ability to generate significant sales from clients and develop business through leading bids, proposals and negotiations.
Strategy articulation.
Strong analytical skills.
Stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Experience in drafting and presenting client proposals.
Excellent report writing skills.
Good financial knowledge.
Sound business acumen.
Focus on quality and risk.