KRA & tax compliance
Hands-off management of VAT, eTIMS, turnover tax, PAYE, NSSF, SHIF and annual returns. Zero penalties, zero stress.
Your Finances and Tax, handled.
Navigating the accounting function, KRA compliance, eTIMS and other finance operations can be overwhelming. We take the stress off your shoulders, so you can focus on growing your business.
Driven by Quality, Integrity, Consistency and Commitment.
- CPA-led
- Authorised KRA Ushuru Mashinani Service Partner
- Online across Kenya
Meet CPA Jerusha Maingi →Lead Consultant, 15+ years experience
How we help your business succeed
Six service lines from one CPA-led team, built for the current KRA environment.
Smart bookkeeping & chart of accounts
Book clean-ups, a restructured chart of accounts, daily records, bank reconciliations and cash-flow management.
Systems & ERP health checks
We review QuickBooks, Zoho, Odoo and other systems so controls, automation and reporting work accurately.
Audit & risk assurance
Internal, management and statutory audits that protect you from leakages and strengthen financial controls.
Business advisory & registration
Performance reviews, credit facility reports, cash-flow projections, CR-12 processing and company registration.
HR & payroll management
End-to-end payroll, manpower planning and HR policies that keep you compliant with Kenyan labour laws.
Sound familiar?
Kenya’s digital tax push has made compliance harder for everyone. Choose your situation and see how we fix it.
Fearing KRA penalties and eTIMS expense disallowances?
“I don’t know if my e-invoices are correctly matched, and I’m afraid KRA will disallow my expenses and audit my accounts.”
How we fix it: We align your invoicing with eTIMS and verify every supplier invoice, so you keep your valid tax deductions. Includes onboarding, item catalogue setup, staff training and monthly reconciliation.
eTIMS Integration & ComplianceFix this for meExhausted by missing statutory deadlines on the 9th?
“Tracking PAYE, SHIF, NSSF and the Housing Levy across different portals takes hours and leads to costly errors.”
How we fix it: We run your monthly payroll and file PAYE, SHIF, NSSF and the Affordable Housing Levy before the 9th, with correct payslips every month. Zero late fees, zero stress.
Payroll & Statutory ComplianceFix this for meUsing accounting software but can’t tell where your money is going?
“We bought software, but our chart of accounts is a mess, the bank isn’t reconciled and the reports don’t make sense.”
How we fix it: An ERP health check and book clean-up: a restructured chart of accounts, exact bank reconciliations and clear management accounts.
Books & ERP Health CheckFix this for mePanic every time a KRA notice arrives?
“I have unfiled returns, my VAT doesn’t match and my bank records are a mess.”
How we fix it: We clean up historical records and file outstanding returns, including voluntary disclosures, before an audit finds the problem. The tax amnesty makes now the best time to start.
KRA Audit-ProofingFix this for meTurned down for a business loan?
“The bank wants proper financial statements and all I have are M-Pesa messages and receipts.”
How we fix it: We prepare management accounts, cash-flow projections and bank reconciliation packs, so your application is bankable.
Loan & Credit Readiness KitFix this for meSmall trader who just wants to stay legal?
“I sell every day. I don’t have time for KRA and I don’t understand turnover tax.”
How we fix it: Our Compliance Starter onboards you on eTIMS Lite and files your monthly turnover tax or nil returns. Zero KRA penalties and complete peace of mind.
Compliance StarterFix this for meWhat’s changing in Kenyan tax
Stay ahead of the rules and the penalties. We handle these for our clients.
eTIMS invoices
Every business, including non-VAT traders, must issue eTIMS invoices, and expenses without them are not deductible. Self-onboarding takes minutes, and we can do it for you.
Payroll deductions
SHIF is 2.75% of gross pay, and NSSF is 6% each for employer and employee within the current earnings limits. Late SHIF remittance attracts a 2% monthly penalty.
Earlier individual deadline
From 2027, individual returns are due by 30 April, not 30 June. Freelancers, landlords and the self-employed should start preparing earlier.
Dates to diarise
9th each monthPAYE, NSSF and SHIF
20th each monthVAT and turnover tax
31 Dec 2026Tax amnesty ends
30 Apr 20272026 individual returns
Compliance guides
Quick step-by-step references for routine filings. Prefer it done for you? We file it online so you don’t have to.
Monthly payroll returns: PAYE, Housing Levy, SHIF, NSSF (due by the 9th)
KRA iTax: PAYE and Housing Levy
- Log in to iTax with your KRA PIN and password.
- Go to Returns → File Return and select Income Tax – PAYE.
- Download the P10 Excel template.
- Enter employee details, gross pay, personal relief (KES 2,400 a month), NSSF, SHIF and the 1.5% Housing Levy.
- Validate the sheet, zip it, upload it and generate the payment slip.
SHA: SHIF
- Log in to the SHA Employer Portal.
- Deduct 2.75% of gross pay (minimum KES 300) for every employee.
- Upload the payroll schedule, generate the payment slip and pay by M-Pesa or bank. Late payment costs 2% a month.
NSSF
- Log in to the NSSF Portal.
- Upload the return schedule showing 6% employee plus 6% employer across Tier I and Tier II (limits: KES 9,000 lower, KES 108,000 upper).
- Validate, generate the payment advice and pay via Paybill 333300 or bank.
How to onboard on eTIMS
- Log in to the eTIMS portal with your KRA PIN and iTax password.
- Click Service Request and choose your solution. Small and micro non-VAT businesses use eTIMS Lite; VAT-registered businesses use the eTIMS client or system integration.
- Submit. KRA no longer approves applications, so you can start straight away.
- Set up your items and prices, then issue a first invoice.
- Ask every supplier for an eTIMS invoice made out to your PIN, because expenses without one are not deductible.
How to file monthly turnover tax (1.5%, due by the 20th)
- On iTax, use Amend PIN Details to add the Turnover Tax obligation (turnover between KES 1 million and KES 25 million).
- Go to Returns → File Return → Turnover Tax and enter the month’s gross sales. The system calculates the tax.
- Generate a payment registration number (PRN) and pay by M-Pesa on Paybill 572572, with the PRN as the account.
- File a nil return for months with no sales, or it counts as non-filing.
How employees file the annual iTax return
- Get your P9 from your employer (due by 31 January).
- Log in to iTax and go to Returns → File Return, then select Income Tax – Resident Individual.
- Choose File Online or download the IT1 Excel form. If filing online, confirm that the P9 figures pulled from your employer’s submissions are correct.
- Check gross pay, deductions (NSSF, SHIF), personal relief (KES 28,800 a year) and tax paid.
- Submit, then download and keep the acknowledgement receipt.
Deadline: 2025 returns were due 30 June 2026. From the 2026 year onward, individual returns are due by 30 April (2026 returns: 30 April 2027).
How to file a nil return
- Log in to iTax with your PIN and password.
- Go to Returns → File Nil Return.
- Select the tax obligation (for example, Income Tax – Resident Individual, or VAT).
- Select the return period (usually 1 January to 31 December for individuals).
- Click Submit and download your receipt.
Portal menus change from time to time. If something looks different, ask us.
Tips you can use today
Short, practical notes from our desk, no jargon, just what actually helps.
Separate your business and personal money
Mixing M-Pesa or bank accounts is the single biggest reason books get messy. Open a dedicated business account or till, even a simple one, and move everything through it. Your future self (and your accountant) will thank you.
Save eTIMS receipts as you spend
Don't wait until month-end to chase invoices. Snap and save each eTIMS receipt the moment you pay, because expenses without one aren't deductible, and reconstructing them later costs more than the purchase itself.
Register for eTIMS before your first sale
It's far easier to build compliance in from day one than to retrofit it once you're growing fast. eTIMS Lite self-onboarding takes minutes, even before you're VAT-registered.
Check your cash position every month
You don't need a finance degree to track burn rate. Once a month, look at how much cash you have and how many months it will last at your current spend. Founders who do this rarely get blindsided.
Rental and freelance income aren't taxed the same way
Don't assume one return covers both. If you earn from rent and from freelance or consulting work, each has its own filing rules, keep them separate in your records.
Mark 31 December 2026 on your calendar
The tax amnesty waives penalties and interest on debts up to 31 December 2025, but only if you pay the principal before it closes. If you're not sure what you owe, ask us to check your iTax account.
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Why Interacc Consultants
Qualified and experienced
Led by CPA Jerusha N. Maingi (CPA (K), B.A. Economics), with over 15 years in financial management, accounting and audit.
Authorised KRA partner
An authorised Ushuru Mashinani Service Partner, bringing tax services closer to you.
On time, every time
We file well before deadlines so you avoid penalties and backlogs.
Tailored and flexible
Solutions built around your goals, with engagement terms that give you value for money.
Secure and confidential
Technology-enabled systems protect your data.
Peace of mind
We deliver what we promise, so you can focus on your business.
Meet the Consultant
CPA Jerusha N. Maingi, CPA (K), B.A. Economics, leads Interacc Consultants with over 15 years in financial management, accounting and audit. She is an authorised KRA Ushuru Mashinani Service Partner, and has guided small businesses, startups and individuals in Kenya through compliance, clean books and confident financial decisions.
"Good numbers shouldn't be a source of stress. My job is to make sure yours never are."
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to visit your office?
No. Most clients work with us entirely online by phone, WhatsApp, email or video call. You can also meet us on Magadi Road by appointment.
I have old KRA penalties. Can you help?
Yes. The tax amnesty waives penalties and interest on qualifying debts up to 31 December 2025 if the principal is paid by 31 December 2026. We check what applies to you and help you file and pay.
My business is small. Do I still need eTIMS?
Yes. Everyone in business must issue eTIMS invoices, including non-VAT traders. There’s a simplified option for small and micro businesses, and we can set it up for you.
Do you train graduates and junior accountants?
Yes. We run practical workshops on iTax, eTIMS, payroll and statutory returns, and hands-on QuickBooks, Zoho and Excel training, plus mentorship for starting your own practice. Choose “Practical training” in the booking form.
Can you fix messy books or a badly set-up accounting system?
Yes. We restructure your chart of accounts, reconcile your bank, correct system set-up and deliver clean management accounts.
How do I pay for your services?
We agree a clear fee upfront, either a fixed price for one-off work or a monthly plan for ongoing support. Ask us for a quote.
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Unsure if your books or tax filings are KRA-compliant?
Don’t wait for a KRA notice or late penalties. Book a free 20-minute session with our Certified Public Accountant. Pick a time that suits you below.
- 📞 +254 720 778 923 (call or WhatsApp)
- ✉️ jerusha.maingi@gmail.com
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- 🕘 Mon–Fri 9am–8pm, Sat 9am–12pm (Nairobi time)