Risto Leo
Windhoek
Summary
Dynamic tax professional with extensive experience at the Namibian Revenue Authority, excelling in tax audit and compliance. Proven track record in strategic leadership, achieving an excellent alignment with revenue targets, and optimizing processes. Skilled in dispute resolution and financial data analysis, driving significant improvements in compliance workflows.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Tax Officer – Compliance & Enforcement
Namibian Revenue Authority
Windhoek
09.2024 - Current
- Led regional compliance strategy, ensuring effective filing, processing, compliance, and enforcement at Windhoek’s Central Regional Office.
- Acted as Interim Regional Manager, resolving complex tax disputes and compliance investigations to enhance tax collection.
- Authored Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for compliance workflows, reducing processing delays by 30%.
- Managed 15+ senior officers, aligning team efforts with annual revenue targets to meet organizational goals.
Senior Tax Auditor -Audit and compliance
Namibian Revenue Agency
windhoek
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Executed comprehensive audits ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, enhancing compliance.
- Mentored junior auditors on auditing techniques and company policies, fostering skill development.
Tax Auditor & Field Investigator
Ministry of finance
Otjiwarongo
01.2019 - 09.2022
- Reviewed tax returns for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Conducted risk assessments on client's operations to identify potential areas of concern.
Customer Care
ministry of finance
Otjiwarongo
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted customers with inquiries and information, ensuring timely and accurate support in fast-paced environment.
- Resolved customer complaints using effective communication and problem-solving techniques, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Tax Auditor
ministry of finance
Walvis Bay
11.2012 - 01.2019
- Performed audits to verify compliance with tax regulations and policies.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Economics
Namibia University of Science And Technology
Windhoek , Namibia 01.2011
Skills
- Tax audit and compliance
- Tax law expertise
- Strategic leadership
- VAT/Income tax administration
- SOP development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Financial data analysis
- Process optimization
- Team leadership
- Dispute resolution
- Critical thinking capacity
- Corporate tax experience
- Tax law interpretation
- Risk assessment
References
- Mr. Willem Janser, Northern Regional Office Manager, NamRA, +264 81 140 3866
- Mr. Reinhold Leo, Metallurgist, Dundee Precious Metals, +264 81 419 7487
Training And Professional Development
- Basic computer course, Polytechnic of Namibia, 01/01/08
- Performance management, Vitara, 01/01/24
- Middle Management Development (MMD) Training Program, 01/01/25
Taxation coursework
Introduction to taxation, all tax types, 02/04/13, 03/28/13
Income tax, business, farmers, and provisional tax, 09/01/13
Audit for all taxes program, 10/05/15, 10/16/15
Integrity in customs, 01/01/25
Timeline
Principal Tax Officer – Compliance & Enforcement
Namibian Revenue Authority
09.2024 - Current
Senior Tax Auditor -Audit and compliance
Namibian Revenue Agency
10.2022 - 08.2024
Customer Care
ministry of finance
02.2019 - 12.2019
Tax Auditor & Field Investigator
Ministry of finance
01.2019 - 09.2022
Tax Auditor
ministry of finance
11.2012 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Technology - Economics
Namibia University of Science And Technology