Administer tax collection, conduct audits, enforce compliance, and manage revenue systems for the Government of Jamaica through Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ). A stable and essential public sector career.
Salary Breakdown
Revenue officer grades RMG/TA 1 ($1,181,428 - $1,588,889) and RMG/TA 2 ($1,711,060 - $2,301,186) per annum - Ministry of Finance scale, 2025/26.
Estimated Take-Home Pay
Based on the midpoint of the Entry salary range ($1,741,307 JMD), after NIS, NHT, Education Tax, and PAYE.
Show deduction breakdown
- Gross (annual)
- $1,741,307 JMD
- NIS (3%)
- −$52,239 JMD
- NHT (2%)
- −$34,826 JMD
- Education Tax
- −$38,004 JMD
- PAYE Income Tax
- −$0 JMD
- Net (annual)
- $1,616,237 JMD
Estimate only — illustrative rates and thresholds, not tax advice. Confirm current figures with Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) and the National Insurance Scheme (NIS).
Career Path Roadmap
- 1
High School & CXC Subjects
Pass CSEC Mathematics, English, Principles of Business, and Information Technology.
5 years (Forms 1-5) - 2
Degree or Diploma in Accounting/Business
Pursue a BSc in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance. Alternatively, a Diploma in Government Accounting from MIND or ACCA qualifications.
3 - 4 years - 3
Entry-Level Tax Clerk
Start as a Tax Clerk (RMG/TA 1) at Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ). Process returns, handle enquiries, and learn the tax system.
1 - 2 years - 4
Revenue Officer
Progress to RMG/TA 2-3. Conduct field audits, investigate non-compliance cases, and manage taxpayer relationships.
2 - 4 years - 5
Senior Revenue Manager
Move into management (RMG/TA 5-6). Lead audit teams, develop compliance strategies, and oversee regional tax operations.
5+ years
Required Education
- CSEC/CXC Mathematics, English, Principles of Business, IT (minimum 5 subjects)
- BSc in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance (or ACCA/Diploma in Government Accounting)
Common Local Certifications
- ACCA
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
- Diploma in Government Accounting (MIND)
Where to Train
University of Technology, Jamaica
A recommended place to train as a Tax & Revenue Officer
University of the Commonwealth Caribbean
A recommended place to train as a Tax & Revenue Officer
University of the West Indies, Mona
A recommended place to train as a Tax & Revenue Officer
Management Institute for National Development
A recommended place to train as a Tax & Revenue Officer
Local Institutions Offering Programs
- University of the West Indies, Mona (UWI) - Mona School of Business
- University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech)
- Management Institute for National Development (MIND) - Government Accounting
- University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC)