If the word "audit" makes your heart skip a beat, you are likely part of the majority of HR managers still juggling manual spreadsheets. With the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) tightening its digital grip through iTax and eTIMS, the margin for error has disappeared. It is no longer just about paying taxes; it is about proving every cent with a digital paper trail.
Here is how to make your business bulletproof by the February 2026 standards.
1. The Power of Clean Data
A KRA audit usually starts with a simple mismatch. If an employee’s basic pay on iTax does not align with your Affordable Housing Levy or SHA (Social Health Authority) 2.75% deductions, you are flagged. Streamlining your data means ensuring PINs are validated and gross salaries are consistent across all statutory portals.
2. The Rule of the 9th
The 9th day of the month is the ultimate deadline for PAYE, SHA, and Housing Levy. Automation ensures these filings are not just done, but done accurately. KRA's memory is digital and permanent—missing a deadline triggers a 25% late filing penalty or KES 10,000, whichever is higher.
3. P9 Forms: Your Annual Shield
We are currently in the thick of the P9 season. Issuing accurate P9 forms is not just a courtesy; it is a legal requirement to help your employees file their individual returns by June 30. When your data is streamlined, generating these forms takes minutes, not weeks of digging through physical files.
The Emotional Core: Compliance is not just about avoiding fines; it is about the integrity of your brand. When your records are in order, you protect your company’s reputation and your employees' financial stability.
Stop Stressing, Start Automating!
Do not let KRA audits turn your hair gray. Let FaidiHR handle the heavy lifting, the math, and the filings for you.
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