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- An estimate based on public data for similar roles. Not provided by the employer.
Tax Manager
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
The Tax Manager will advise clients on Jamaican and international tax matters, manage tax compliance and advisory engagements, review technical work, identify risks and opportunities, and build strong client relationships. Candidates are generally expected to hold a degree in accounting, finance, taxation, or a related discipline, with professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, CTA, or equivalent preferred. Several years of tax or professional-services experience, sound knowledge of Jamaican tax legislation, strong analytical and communication skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to supervise teams are typically required. The successful candidate should be organized, ethical, client-focused, comfortable meeting deadlines, and capable of working independently while contributing to EY’s multidisciplinary practice.
Can I work in Jamaica?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Work permit after the employer shows it tried to hire a Jamaican first; no salary floor, points test or IT shortage list is published.
Before you apply: Usually no licence. Some employers ask for vendor certificates (AWS, Microsoft, Cisco); signing audit reports needs a registered auditor.
Watch for: Chartered accountants also need a Public Accountancy Board certificate. Non-Commonwealth passports (US, Nepal, Philippines, Indonesia, most of the EU) also need a work visa before arrival.
Official source: Ministry of Labour and Social Security: work permit application instruction sheet. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Jamaica
Usual for IT and Consultancy jobs in Jamaica, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Varies by employer; no standard rule found |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Employer pays the work permit fee after approval; any relocation allowance varies |
| Flights | Varies by employer; no standard rule found |
| Contract | Permit lasts the period in the approval letter and is tied to one employer; contract length varies |
| Leave | Usually 2 weeks a year, rising with years of service |
| Income tax | 0% to JMD 1.9 million a year (about USD 12,000), then 25%; 30% above JMD 6 million; plus 7.25% social |
| Health cover | Varies by employer; no standard rule found |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in Jamaica
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About EY
EY, or Ernst & Young, is a global professional-services organization providing assurance, consulting, strategy and transactions, and tax services. Its network operates across many countries, supporting businesses, governments, entrepreneurs, and individuals with issues involving financial reporting, risk, regulatory compliance, technology, transactions, and growth. EY’s tax professionals help clients manage compliance obligations, structure investments, understand changing legislation, and address cross-border and business challenges. The firm emphasizes integrity, quality, collaboration, inclusion, and using professional expertise and technology to create long-term value. EY Jamaica forms part of the wider Caribbean and global EY network, offering exposure to local organizations as well as regional and international clients. Work can involve collaboration across service lines and countries, providing opportunities to develop technical expertise, leadership capability, and a broad commercial understanding.