Tax advisory consultancy services At ZOA

Objective of the support:

ZOA International would like to procure tax advisory services on an annual retainer basis to support our operations in tax compliance in Uganda.

ZOA is registered as an International NGO in Uganda as a branch of ZOA International. With a staff team of 95, including 2 expatriates, ZOA has need of tax advisory services as per the scope of work below:

To this end ZOA is seeking to hire qualified and suitable Ugandan tax advisory service firm through a competitive process, with a start date of 1st August 2024, allowing for immediate briefing and handover with the current legal advisors (if relevant).

Scope of work

Tax Advice:

1. Review of ZOA tax structure and advice in relation to its position as an INGO and proposing the most tax efficient/effective model for improved tax compliance.

Monthly Retainer:

1. Support in preparation and filing of annual tax returns with Uganda Revenue Authority on finalization of accounts at the end of the year as per URA annual returns schedule.
2. Attendance during tax audit preparation and representation before tax authorities and responding to notices issued in connection with corporate tax returns and other interim/periodic tax audits.
3. Help in interpreting and intimating of any changes in income tax, Withholding, VAT, if and when required.
4. Obtaining Tax Compliance Certificate from Uganda Revenue Authority as may be required.

Appeals/ objections:

1. Preparation and filing of appeal /objection documents with the applicable authorities in the Uganda Revenue Authority.
2. Advising on the related matters and dealing in tax matters where ever required

Tax Health Checks:

1. Periodically review accounting records to ascertain the level of compliance and assist the organization in compliance management with the relevant recommendations.