Tax Compliance & Audit Defence Services in Kenya
Proactive compliance and experienced defence when KRA comes knocking
Tax Compliance & Audit Defence Services in Kenya
Tax compliance in Kenya encompasses timely and accurate filing of returns and payment of taxes across multiple tax types including corporate income tax, VAT, PAYE, withholding tax, excise duty, and customs duty. The Kenya Revenue Authority uses risk-based assessment to identify taxpayers for audit, and the consequences of non-compliance have become increasingly severe.
LHK Advocates provides proactive tax compliance advisory and audit defence services. Our compliance reviews (tax health checks) identify and address issues before KRA does, reducing the risk of assessments and penalties. When KRA initiates an audit, we manage the entire process, protecting your rights while cooperating constructively with the tax authority.
The Tax Procedures Act, 2015 gives KRA broad audit powers, including the right to access books and records, enter business premises, and require information from third parties. Understanding these powers and the corresponding taxpayer rights is essential to managing a KRA audit effectively.
Key Benefits
Tax Health Checks
We conduct comprehensive reviews of your tax compliance position across all tax types, identifying exposures and rectification opportunities before a KRA audit.
Audit Management
We manage every aspect of the KRA audit process, from the initial notification through document production, meetings with auditors, and response to the draft assessment.
Voluntary Disclosure
We advise on and manage voluntary disclosure of past non-compliance to KRA, taking advantage of reduced penalty frameworks where available.
Taxpayer Rights Protection
We ensure KRA exercises its audit powers within the statutory framework and challenge any overreach or procedural irregularities.
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