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Job Title:  Officer Investigations (19 Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

Uganda Revenue Authority is a semi-autonomous Government Agency under the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development that is mandated to assess, collect and account for Government Tax and Non-Tax Revenue.

Job Summary:  Implement assigned roles in the investigation of cases and gather admissible evidence to aid in the prosecution of tax offenders

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop the Investigation Planning Memorandum to guide in the investigation of suspected tax fraud

• Study Intelligence report from intelligence to understand the background of the case
• Carry out further intelligence into the target profile to get additional information where the information obtained is inadequate.
• Review internally available information on the case being handled to confirm risks identified by the intelligence unit
• Identify the critical activities to be performed during the investigation.
• Prepare IPM and submit to the immediate supervisor for review

Collect and analyze data in order to compute any evaded taxes and to identify possible admissible evidence in the prosecution of tax offenders.

• Engage the clients to provide specific information required to further the case as directed by the division head.
• Prepare seizure documents for review by the line manager where information is to be obtained through seizure exercise.
• Carry out the assigned activities in preparation for and during the seizure exercise and prepare the post-seizure report
• Prepare minutes of the proceedings during engagements with the clients
• Compile and analyze data collected from the client, 3rd parties, and internal sources to identify inconsistencies and variances.
• Prepare a Preliminary Investigation Report to provide recommendations on the way forward of the case under investigation

Prepare reports on the allocated tasks to feed into the investigation reports that facilitate further decision-making on cases

• Prepare a preliminary investigation report with findings and recommendations from the analysis and submit it to the line manager for review.
• Prepare learning points and memos to operational departments on key compliance issues identified during the investigation to guide them on future compliance monitoring
• Prepare and document evidence that may be required to defend the tax position in case of civil litigation
• Coordinate with operational departments and monitor compliance actions undertaken on the investigated cases and report on any anomalies.
• Draft periodic reports for the team in line with the set guidelines
• Compile and index the Investigation files
• Draft Management letters to client and Domestic taxes department recommending collection of taxes outstanding for review
• Prepare other communications to internal and external clients for review and further administration

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Essential Requirements 

• An Honors Bachelor’s degree or its equivalency in either; Accounting & Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Business statistics, Quantitative Economics, or Law from a recognized academic institution.
• At least two (02) years of working experience in Auditing, Tax Investigation or Fraud examination in a reputable organization.
• An impeccable record of integrity.

Desirable Requirements  

• Experience in auditing and/or Fraud Examination in reputable Audit Firm.
• Basic training in Financial Crime Investigations or taxation is an added advantage.
• Basic training in Financial/Data Analytics.

Knowledge   

• Knowledge of applicable national and regional Tax laws as well as other national legislations such as the Penal Code Act, Computer Misuse Act 2011, etc.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and the URA policy.
• Knowledge in finance and taxation.

Special Skills and Attributes

• S/he should have the ability to analyze large volumes of data using applicable data analysis tools
• The incumbent should possess good Investigative and Intelligence skills
• S/he should have good Interpersonal skills
• The incumbent should have good Communication skills
• S/he should be able to work as part of a team
• S/he should have good research and evidence-gathering skills
• S/he should be flexible and can under pressure and deliver results
• S/he should have Good problem analysis and solving skills

How to Apply:

• Visit this URA link, Click Here to view the detailed job description then click Apply Online.
• Upon submission of your application, you will receive an acknowledgement notification via email. Please ensure that your mailbox has adequate space.
• In case you are not able to complete the application process, you will be required to save your work and the information captured will be saved in your login. This will enable you to resume and complete your application at any time/date within the application period.
• Applicants are required to scan and attach copies of all the requisite academic documents such as Degree Transcripts; A’ level, O’ level Certificates, or any other certification attained. Any qualification which is not attached will not be considered.
• Academic documents of the successful candidates will be vetted and background checks conducted. Applicants that do not possess authentic academic documents will not be considered.
• Any applicant with forged academic documents will be charged in the relevant courts of law.
• Candidates who submit falsified information will be automatically disqualified.
• Degree holders SHOULD NOT apply for Fleet Assistant, Office Assistant and any other position whose job requirements are at diploma level and below.
• ONLY online applications using the link provided above will be considered.
• Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
• In case of any inquires please send an e-mail to recruitment@ura.go.ug. or call 0323443643.

Deadline: 10th September 2024

NB: URA is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge money for recruitment

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