Gasper Chawaipira

Experience

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  BDO Zimbabwe

  Feb 2019 - May 2022

  Preparing tax returnsTracking down and researching information about clients’ investments or business operationsPerforming research and analysis on tax issuesPreparing tax forms, schedules, and worksheets for accounting purposesReviewing tax returns for accuracy and filing them with the appropriate authoritiesHelping prepare tax planning strategies for clientsAssisting with tax audits by collecting documentation from clients or other parties involved in a tax caseProviding general customer service and administrative support to staff members within an organization Show less

  • Tax Consultant

    Feb 2020 - May 2022

  • Tax Intern

    Feb 2019 - Jan 2020
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  Tax Matrix

  Jun 2022 - Jan 2023

  Senior Tax Consultant

  I worked on the Tax and Transfer Pricing desk providing end to end Tax solutions, including International Tax Services. The role involved:•Preparation of Transfer Pricing documentation from start to end•Preparation of Transfer Pricing returns for clients •Carrying out TP planning for clients to meet their strategic objectives •Consulting on Permanent Establishment Risk •Preparation of Transfer Pricing policies•Carrying out Benchmarking analysis •Reviewing contractual agreements for various entities for tax implications and tax risk•Carrying out Financial and Tax Due Diligences•Review of client returns (PAYE, VAT, WHT and Income Tax) •Tax Investigation support across all tax heads (Direct and Indirect Taxes) •Budget speech reviews and preparation of news letters for clients•Carrying out Tax Health Checks for companies across various industrial sectors•Acting as liaison for clients with ZIMRA over various issues including renewal of tax clearance certificates, negotiation of penalties reduction and payment plans •Customs advisory opinion letters and application for Customs and Excise rebates for clients •Providing Tax advisory services to clients on Mergers and Acquisitions, Restructurings and Schemes of Reconstruction•Training of clients on various tax matters and updates•Preparation of Tax Policy Procedure Manuals Show less

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  EY

  Feb 2023 - now

  Provision of audit support - tax reviewsPreparation and or review of clients’ income tax computationsPreparation and or review of all forms of tax returns and reconciliation of accountsDrafting technical opinions and interpretation of tax legislationCarry out tax risk reviews and due diligence assignmentsAssisting on tax investigations and audits Assigning and review of work by junior staff

  • Tax Manager

    Aug 2023 - now

  • Tax Supervisor

    Feb 2023 - Aug 2023