The Tax Compliance Strategies and Tax Disputes Management for Saccos training provides SACCO leaders and finance professionals with the essential tools and knowledge to navigate the complexities of tax regulations while optimizing their financial strategies. As Sacco’s face unique tax challenges, understanding the tax implications of their operations, investments, and member transactions is crucial for ensuring compliance and financial sustainability.
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21 st - 22 nd Aug
Eka Hotel Nairobi
Tax Compliance Strategies and Tax Dispute Management Training for Saccos
16, 000 excl of VAT
30 th Sep - 03 rd Oct
Sarova Whitesands, Mombasa
Annual Tax Convention: Balancing Tax Optimization and Efficiency
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Kenya’s fiscal environment is undergoing significant transformation as the government intensifies efforts to widen the tax base, digitize revenue collection, and increase tax compliance. In this regard, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has implemented a range of reforms, including the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System, real-time tax reporting, auto-population of tax returns, and stricter enforcement of tax obligations.
Recent legislative and policy changes, particularly those outlined in the Finance Act 2025, have introduced new compliance requirements for both corporates and individuals.
Amid rising scrutiny and growing expectations of high tax compliance, businesses are under immense pressure not only to comply with tax legislation, but to do so efficiently—while balancing operational performance, risk management, and tax optimization. The Annual Tax Convention, themed “Balancing Tax Optimization and Efficiency”, provides a platform for tax professionals, policymakers, industry leaders, and advisors to engage in meaningful dialogue on how to navigate this delicate balance.
Some Key areas of focus:
· Navigating Evolving Tax Regulations: Explore the latest developments in local and international tax laws and their impact on compliance and business operations.
· Tax Compliance Frameworks and Best Practices: Understand the essential obligations organizations must meet, including reporting requirements, deadlines, and the documentation necessary to remain compliant.
· Streamlining Tax Processes and Automation: Leverage technology and process improvements to enhance efficiency in tax reporting, filing, and management.
· Balancing Compliance with Operational Efficiency: Discover how organizations can meet compliance mandates while maintaining business agility and performance.
· Data Governance and Tax Risk Management: Ensure data integrity and security using risk-based approaches and analytics to identify gaps and optimize resources.
· The Future of the Tax Function – Strategy, People, and Skills: Future-proof tax teams through upskilling, agility, and cross-functional collaboration. Learn leadership strategies to build a value-driven tax function in an evolving digital landscape.
· Regulatory Trends and Stakeholder Engagement: Tax Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024 and Finance Act, 2025: A focused discussion on anticipated legislative changes and how SACCOs can proactively adapt their tax and operational strategies.
· Individual Tax Planning – A Trainer-of-Trainers Module: Understand how transparency standards and ESG expectations are reshaping tax practices. Learn effective approaches to stakeholder engagement and responsible tax behavior.
Target audience for the Tax Convention
This training is ideal for:
v Tax Partners, Consultants, and Advisors
v Finance and Accounting Professionals
v Chief Accountants, CFOs, Bursars, and Finance Officers
v Tax Advocacy Groups
v Business Community Associations
v Management and Governance Consultants
Why Attend?
ü Stay Ahead of Regulatory Changes
ü Strengthen Compliance Frameworks
ü Embrace Automation and Innovation
ü Manage Risk Through Data Governance
ü Engage with Key Stakeholders
ü Future-Proof Your Tax Function
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