Tax Compliance Accountant

About the Organization

VisionFund Micro Finance Institution (S.C) is an institution established according to proclamation No. 40/96 to provide financial services to the productive poor in rural and urban areas of Ethiopia. VisionFund currently operates in five regional states of the country.

Job Summary

The Tax Compliance Accountant is responsible for ensuring that the organization fully complies with all applicable tax laws and regulations in Ethiopia. The role focuses on reviewing transactions, monitoring tax obligations, supporting accurate tax reporting and filing, and following up on new and existing tax requirements related to profit tax, VAT, staff benefits taxation, withholding taxes, and other statutory obligations.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure full compliance with Ethiopian tax laws, directives, and regulatory requirements
• Prepare, review, and submit periodic tax declarations (VAT, withholding tax, payroll tax, profit tax, and other applicable taxes)
• Maintain proper tax documentation and records for audit and regulatory review
• Ensure timely payment of all tax obligations and avoid penalties and non-compliance risks

Transaction Review & Verification

• Review financial transactions to ensure correct tax treatment and classification
• Verify VAT applicability, withholding tax deductions, and payroll tax calculations
• Monitor tax impacts on new products, services, and operational activities
• Support accurate accounting entries in line with tax regulations

Regulatory Monitoring & Advisory

• Track new tax laws, directives, and amendments

Work Location

Head Office, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia