Tax Compliance Accountant
Resume:
Joshua Muhindo
Fairfield, Iowa
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Tax Accountant
Proactive and detail-oriented tax professional with over seven years of experience in tax administration, enforcement, and compliance under the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA). Expertise in tax policy implementation, financial oversight, and driving tax compliance initiatives that lead to significant improvements in tax collection and enforcement measures. Proven track record of managing teams, reducing tax evasion, and implementing innovative solutions to curb tax leakage. Strong background in US-GAAP & IFRS with extensive tax and financial management skills, focused on growth, innovation, and regulatory excellence.
Core Competencies
• Tax Administration & Compliance • US-GAAP, US-GAAS, IFRS, PCAOB Standards • Cost & Revenue Analysis • Financial Reporting & Statement Preparation • Internal Audits & Controls • Strategic Planning & Project Management • Leadership & Team Supervision • Process Improvement & Performance Monitoring • Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, Data Visualization) • QuickBooks, Peachtree, SQL
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement • Excel with Pivot Tables • Closings & Reconciliations
• Pro Series Tax Preparation • Open Accounting.
Professional Experience
Uganda Revenue Authority, Southwestern Uganda
Regional Supervisor, Tax Enforcement Jan 2022 – Apr 2024
Led regional tax enforcement efforts to ensure compliance with national regulations, reduce evasion, and drive tax revenue growth. Managed a team of enforcement officers, developed training programs, and created strategies to detect and curb tax leakages.
Reduced tax evasion in the region by 23% through targeted compliance initiatives and enforcement actions.
Identified and rectified revenue leakages, increasing tax collection by UGX 2 billion.
Spearheaded a tax expansion strategy that resulted in a 170% growth in tax revenue over two years.
Collaborated with national policy teams and regional leaders to develop tax enforcement guidelines and strategies.
Managed a team of officers, coordinating audits and ensuring effective compliance checks and tax dispute resolution.
Tax Compliance Officer Feb 2018 – Jan 2022
Conducted audits and investigations to ensure accurate tax reporting and identify cases of fraud and evasion. Played a key role in the development of tax compliance programs.
Audited corporate and individual tax filings, uncovering discrepancies that led to UGX 2.6 billion in recovered taxes.
Investigated and prosecuted 27 cases of tax evasion, achieving a high success rate in legal actions.
Contributed to the implementation of digital tax tracking systems, including EFRIS (for VAT) and DTS (for excise duty), improving tax compliance efficiency.
Strengthened the tax register, helping to grow the tax base and increase overall tax collections.
Munzo House of Arts, Kampala, Uganda
Accounts Assistant Aug 2010 – Jan 2018
Provided financial support and analysis to senior management, identifying opportunities for cost-saving and revenue growth. Coordinated team operations and improved reporting standards.
Developed a sales incentive program that increased revenue by 26% in its first year.
Identified inefficiencies in customer discounting policies, leading to $500,000 in increased profitability.
Trained and mentored a team of five analysts, improving their skills in financial analysis and reporting.
Recognized with a special award from the VP of Finance for cost savings and reporting enhancements.
Enhanced skill so the team through an advanced Excel workshop focused on the use of pivot tables, v-lookups, h-lookups, and macros.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting (In Progress)
Maharishi International University, Fairfield, Iowa
Anticipated Graduation: 2027
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Uganda
Passed 7 papers
2019 – Present
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Accounting & Finance
Uganda Martyrs University, Uganda
Aug 2013 – May 2016
Diploma in Human Resource Management
Makerere University Business School, Uganda
Sept 2008 – Aug 2011
Additional Training
Digital Tracking Solution (DTS) Training – Uganda, 2019
Electronic Fiscal Receipting & Invoicing Solution (EFRIS) Training – Uganda, 2019
Anti-Money Laundering Training – Uganda, 2022
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