Advanced Corporate Tax Compliance, Regulatory Frameworks and Risk Management Training

Module 1: Foundations of Corporate Tax Regulatory Frameworks

ü  The hierarchy of tax laws: Constitution, Acts, and Subsidiary Legislation

ü  Principles of Tax Administration and the Taxpayer Charter

ü  Understanding the role of the Revenue Authority and Regulatory Oversight

ü  Ethical considerations and professional standards in tax practice

ü  Practical Session: Navigating digital tax portals and statutory registration procedures

Module 2: Corporate Income Tax (CIT): Advanced Computations and Deductions

ü  Distinguishing between Capital and Revenue expenditures

ü  Allowable vs. Disallowable expenses under the current Act

ü  Capital Allowances and Investment Deductions for various asset classes

ü  Treatment of tax losses and carry-forward provisions

ü  Practical Session: Preparation of a comprehensive Corporate Income Tax computation for a manufacturing entity

Module 3: VAT Administration and Indirect Tax Compliance

ü  Mechanics of Input and Output VAT: The Credit Method

ü  VAT on imported services and Reverse Charge mechanisms

ü  Managing zero-rated vs. exempt supplies

ü  The impact of Electronic Tax Register (ETR) and TIMS integration

ü  Practical Session: Reconciling VAT returns with Sales Ledgers and identifying "red flags"

Module 4: Employment Taxes and Statutory Payroll Obligations

ü  Taxation of benefits-in-kind and non-cash allowances

ü  Statutory deductions: PAYE, Social Security, and Health Insurance

ü  Employee Share Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and their tax implications

ü  Managing expatriate payroll and residency rules

ü  Practical Session: Conducting a payroll tax health check to identify compliance gaps

Module 5: International Taxation and Transfer Pricing Regulations

ü  The "Arm’s Length Principle" and Transfer Pricing methods

ü  Documentation requirements: Master File and Local File standards

ü  Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) action points

ü  Permanent Establishment (PE) risks in cross-border trade

ü  Practical Session: Reviewing an inter-company service agreement for Transfer Pricing compliance

Module 6: Deferred Tax Accounting under IFRS and Local GAAP

ü  Understanding temporary vs. permanent differences

ü  Recognition of Deferred Tax Assets (DTA) and Liabilities (DTL)

ü  The Impact of tax rate changes on financial reporting

ü  Disclosures and reconciliation of effective tax rates

ü  Practical Session: Calculating and recording deferred tax entries for a year-end closing

Module 7: Tax Risk Management and Internal Controls

ü  Identifying tax risks in the business transaction cycle

ü  Developing a Corporate Tax Strategy and Governance framework

ü  Internal controls for tax data integrity and security

ü  The role of the accountant in the "Tax Transparency" era

ü  Practical Session: Creating a Tax Risk Register and prioritising mitigation strategies

Module 8: Withholding Tax (WHT) Management and Treaty Application

ü  Scope of WHT: Professional fees, Royalties, and Dividends

ü  Application of Double Tax Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs)

ü  Withholding VAT and its impact on supplier cash flow

ü  Documentation and certificates for WHT compliance

ü  Practical Session: Determining the correct WHT rate for various local and international payments

Module 9: Managing Tax Audits, Appeals, and Dispute Resolution

ü  Preparing for a Revenue Authority audit: The Readiness Checklist

ü  Responding to queries and managing the audit process

ü  The Tax Appeals Tribunal and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

ü  Negotiating settlements and waivers of penalties/interest

ü  Practical Session: Simulation of a tax audit interview with a focus on defense documentation

Module 10: Emerging Trends in Tax Technology and Digital Taxation

ü  Taxation of the Digital Economy and Digital Service Tax (DST)

ü  The use of AI and Data Analytics by Tax Authorities

ü  Environmental Taxes and Green Levies: The new frontier

ü  Future-proofing the finance department for real-time tax reporting

ü  Practical Session: Evaluating tax software solutions for automated compliance reporting

About Our Trainers

The training is delivered by a team of elite Tax Consultants and practicing Chartered Accountants with extensive experience in tax litigation, audit defense, and corporate advisory. Our trainers have worked with "Big Four" firms and have successfully represented major corporations before Tax Appeals Tribunals. They bring current, real-world case studies and a deep understanding of both regional and international regulatory shifts.

Quality Statement

Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training is dedicated to providing high-caliber professional development. We ensure our content is updated in real-time to reflect the latest Finance Acts and legal precedents. Our commitment to quality ensures that every participant leaves with actionable skills that can be immediately applied to their workplace.

Tailor-Made Courses

We understand that every organization has unique challenges and opportunities as well as unique training needs. Phoenix Training Center offers tailor-made courses designed to address specific requirements and challenges faced by your team or organization. Whether you need a customized curriculum, a specific duration, or on-site delivery, we can adapt our expertise to provide a training solution that perfectly aligns with your objectives.We can customize this Course to focus on your industry, specific risk profile, or internal stakeholder dynamics. Contact us to discuss how we can create a bespoke training program that maximizes value and impact for your team. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. 

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

ü  Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

ü  What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ü  Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

ü  The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

ü  Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training. Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737296202

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

ü  Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

ü  Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

ü  Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

ü  Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

ü  Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

ü  No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

For physical training attendees, we can assist with recommendations for accommodation near the training venue. Airport pick-up services can also be arranged upon request to ensure a smooth arrival. Please inform us of your travel details in advance if you require these services. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202