Shadrack Lameck Msekalile
Dar es ,Tanzania
Summary
Accomplished tax and financial professional with expertise in tax planning and compliance, VAT, PAYE, and corporate tax filing. Demonstrates proficiency in handling tax audits and objections, representing clients before the TRA, and delivering comprehensive financial reporting and advisory services. Proven track record in team leadership and supervision, strategic planning and execution, quality assurance, compliance, client relationship management, business development, and tender bidding. Committed to driving business growth through strategic initiatives while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1995
1995
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tax Consultant
DEMUS ASSOCIATES
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
01.2008 - 04.2025
- Facilitate routine tax filings including VAT, Corporate, Payroll, and Withholding Taxes
- Represent clients in tax audits and settlement meetings with tax authorities
- Prepare and present tax objections and appeals on behalf of clients
- Conduct client briefings on updates to tax laws and regulations.
- Facilitated mergers and acquisitions by providing expert advice on tax implications.
Managing Partner
DEMUS ASSOCIATES
Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam Region
01.2005 - 04.2025
- Facilitate routine tax filings including VAT, Corporate, Payroll, and Withholding Taxes
- Represent clients in tax audits and settlement meetings with tax authorities
- Prepare and present tax objections and appeals on behalf of clients
- Conduct client briefings on updates to tax laws and regulations.
- Established strategic partnerships, expanding business opportunities.
Education
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kazima Secondary School
Certificate of Accountancy - undefined
Dar es Salaam School of Accountancy
01.1983 - 01.1984
National Bookkeeping Certificate - undefined
National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.1984 - 01.1985
Advanced Diploma in Accountancy - undefined
Nyegezi Social Training Institute
01.1988 - 01.1990
National Accountancy Diploma - undefined
National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.1988 - 01.1990
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) Certificate - undefined
National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.1990 - 01.1993
Diploma in Accounting for World Bank Funded Projects - undefined
ILO Institute
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - undefined
University of Durham Business School
01.2002 - 01.2005
Diploma in International Public Sector Accounting Standards (DIPSAS) - undefined
National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.2018 - 01.2019
Skills
- Tax Planning & Compliance
- VAT, PAYE, and Corporate Tax Filing
- Tax Audit & Objection Handling
- Client Representation before TRA
- Financial Reporting & Advisory
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Client Relationship Management
- Business Development & Tender Bidding
Languages
Kiswahili
English
Notable Client Engagements
Client: Blue Coast Investment Ltd
Assignment: Tax Audit (2021–2023)
Contact Person: Ndahilo Ignas
Client: CRSG Trading Co. Ltd
Assignment: Tax Objection (2018–2019), Appeal (2022)
Bill Mrema – 0713 654490
Client: TBEA Company Ltd
Assignment: Tax Audit (2021–2023)
Mr. Yang – 0768 647621
Client: Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA)
Assignment: Audit and tax review (2015–2020)
Contact Person: Mr. Pascal – 0754 283414
KEY ACCOMPLISHMENT
Successfully led over 200 tax audit and compliance projects for clients in diverse industries, resulting in minimized penalties and optimized tax positions.
Represented clients in over 50 tax disputes, with a high success rate in objections and appeals before TRA.
Played a key role in helping multinational firms navigate complex Tanzanian tax laws, improving compliance and reducing risk.
Managed and developed a strong team of auditors and consultants at DEMUS Associates, enhancing service delivery and client satisfaction.
Oversaw financial reviews and audits for high-profile clients such as TAZARA, contributing to improved financial transparency and accountability.
Designed and implemented tax planning strategies that saved clients significant costs over multi-year periods.
REFERENCE
CPA Mzee H Mushi
Auditor
Phone No: +255 768 335 566
Email: mushimzeeh@gmail.com
Dr. Mary Kategile
Bishop Kisanji University (BIKU), Mbeya
Phone: +255 757 827 125
Email: kategile@hotmail.com
Timeline
Diploma in International Public Sector Accounting Standards (DIPSAS) - undefined
National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.2018 - 01.2019
Tax Consultant
DEMUS ASSOCIATES
01.2008 - 04.2025
Managing Partner
DEMUS ASSOCIATES
01.2005 - 04.2025
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - undefined
University of Durham Business School
01.2002 - 01.2005
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) Certificate - undefined
National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.1990 - 01.1993
Advanced Diploma in Accountancy - undefined
Nyegezi Social Training Institute
01.1988 - 01.1990
National Accountancy Diploma - undefined
National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.1988 - 01.1990
National Bookkeeping Certificate - undefined
National Board of Accountants and Auditors
01.1984 - 01.1985
Certificate of Accountancy - undefined
Dar es Salaam School of Accountancy
01.1983 - 01.1984
Diploma in Accounting for World Bank Funded Projects - undefined
ILO Institute
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kazima Secondary School
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