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Director of Tax Audit at the Kwara State Government

Posted on Tue 30th Jun, 2015 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)


The Kwara State Government, in its efforts to increase and diversify its revenue base for financial freedom and bolstered efficacy in governance, recently passed the Kwara State Revenue Administration Law, 2015 (Law No.6 of 2015).

Kwara State Internal Revenue Service (KS-IRS), as established by this Law, is the sole entity responsible for the effective and efficient administration of tax and related matters on behalf of the Kwara State Government. The
KS-IRS Mandate:
  • To maintain the integrity of the tax laws and processes by eliminating all instances of multiple taxation;
  • To assist the State Government to attain specific economic and social policies, systems and targets; and
  • To stimulate voluntary compliance so as to advance maximum representation of the populace in executive decision making.
In keeping with the mandate for the KS-IRS, the kwara State Government is seeking individual with uncommon dedication who are high-achieving, highly dynamic and innovative with proven target driven orientation to fill the underlisted position in the newly established KS-IRS:

Job Title: Director of Tax Audit

Start Date: August 2015
Location: Kwara
Reporting To: Executive Chairperson
Direct Reports: 5
Contract Term: 4 Years (Renewable)
 
Job Description
  • Director of Tax Audit is directly responsible for verifying the accuracy of tax records and other remittances by individuals, businesses, MDAs and other parties that have a duty to do so.
  • In so doing, the Director of is expected to ensure that methodologies that the current context in Kwara State will be developed and deployed in accordance with all Federal and State tax laws.
  • Furthermore, it is the incumbent’s responsibility to develop processes and automated systems that will ensure that each audit is cost effective, and achieves the desired result.
Specific Tasks
Specific tasks are divided into the following categories and include:
  • Routinely demand and review financial documents, including budget planning, spending records, receipts, investment records and revenue projections of state-supported business and government entities to ensure above-board activities;
  • Conduct investigations into key corporate entities and individuals to determine taxes payable and/or owed, and decide the need for a full fledged audit, and the mutually beneficial solutions to rectify any issues that may be identified;
  • Lead the examination MDAs (Ministries, Departments, and Agencies) and Parastatals of the KWSG to verify sources and uses of expenditure, and match it with reports sent;
  • Lead the development of automated processes and forms that will aid the procedural efficacy and revenue efficiency of the KS-IRS;
  • Recommends and assists in the implementation of new technology to improve and sustain the operations' effectiveness and efficiency in collecting and processing payment and tracking various permits and licenses for compliance;
Education
  • MA/MBA/MSc combining Accounting, Tax & Audit fields;
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation; and
  • Fellowship with national and/or international accounting institutions.
Professional Experience:
  • 15 years
  • 8 - 10 years of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in the areas described above.
  • Extensive working knowledge of federal and state Tax Laws, Criminal Laws and other relevant legislation.
  • Extensive experience in leading the preparation and investigation of individual, partnership, sales, payroll, corporate, estate, and property taxes, taxes and returns.
  • Proof of handling and negotiating the course of action to remedy issues determined as a result of audit including and helping preparing for court cases.
Required Skills:
  • Proficient in Microsoft systems, e.g., Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Strong project management, time management and organizational skills required. The ability to manage multiple priorities, take initiative, delegate responsibility, prioritize and ensure the delivery of on-time deliverables is key.
  • Clear understanding of both motivations and requirements of key players that will impact KS-IRS.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English required, Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Excellent interpersonal and intercultural skills
  • High level of digital literacy and familiarity with database management systems
  • Proven ability to work under pressure, ensure coherence and consistency, independently, and meet deadlines consistently;
  • Sound knowledge of Government policy and practice impact on financial and contractual arrangements
  • Stakeholder and cross-functional team management
Personal Attributes:
  • High ethical standards and fiduciary duty.
  • The incumbent will view and possess significant confidential information regarding all aspects of our finances. High levels of discretion, integrity and judgment are required.
  • Keen analytic, organizational and problem solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting.
  • Knowledge of the political environment and decision making factors, but courage to maintain objectivity and stay on track by managing up.
  • Personal credibility and integrity.
  • Self-confidence and respect for others, regardless of position, and willingness to work as a team member/leader.
  • Ability to articulate positions concisely and quickly, in a manner that is useful and easily understood by all stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to be an effective leader in a multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Executive leadership and ability to see and handle all the sides of an issue or project.
  • Strong and pragmatic business acumen with the ability to recognize the business consequences of legal advice and vice versa.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels of the organization.
Remuneration
Successful candidate will enjoy attractive compensation packages commensurate with the role. This role also attracts performance based bonuses.

Application Closing Date
15th July, 2015.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume/CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] Put the position you are applying for as the subject of the email.

Click Here to Download Job Description (PDF)

Note:
  • Both External and Internal (members of the Kwara State Civil Service) parties are invited to apply.
  • The Kwara State Government is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage absolutely all persons who believe they have the technical merit as well as deep understanding of the purpose and intent behind the creation of KS-IRS, and enjoy a challenge, to apply and be considered. Women are especially encouraged.

  

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