Senior Specialist: Tax (West Africa) at Cellulant Nigeria Limited

Cellulant is Africa’s no.1 company in the payments & transfers category - FIntech Awards 2016. We are a PPISP (Payment Platform Infrastructure Service Provider) regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and insured by Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Specialist: Tax (West Africa)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Principal Tax

Job Summary

• As a Senior Specialist Tax at Cellulant, you will play a critical role in managing and optimizing our tax strategies to ensure regulatory compliance and minimize tax liabilities.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to financial planning and analysis, and drive process improvements related to taxation.
• This position reports to the Group Tax Manager and is an integral part of the CFO function.

Core Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant tax laws, regulations, and filing requirements. Prepare and file accurate and timely tax returns, including income tax, VAT, withholding tax, and other related taxes.
• Tax Planning: Work with the Group Tax Manager to ddevelop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position, reduce tax liabilities, and maximize tax benefits.
• Tax Analysis: Analyze financial data and transactions to identify potential tax issues and opportunities. Provide recommendations to minimize tax risks and costs.
• Tax Accounting and Reconciliation: Ensure we are accounting for Tax correctly in our General Ledgers and reconciling all Tax GLs in the markets.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records and documentation related to tax matters. Prepare tax reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments such as Legal, Accounting, and Operations to ensure tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions and strategies.
• Tax Audits: Manage tax audits and investigations, working closely with external auditors and regulatory bodies. Resolve any tax disputes or discrepancies efficiently.
• Transfer Pricing: Ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations, including documentation and adherence to arm's length principles.
• Policy Development: Work with the Group Tax Manager to contribute to the development and implementation of tax policies, procedures, and controls to ensure efficient tax management.
• Stay Informed: Stay up to date with changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices, and ensure the organization remains compliant.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements related to taxation, driving efficiency and accuracy in tax-related activities.

Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A relevant professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CTA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in tax management and accounting preferably both in consulting (audit/Tax consultancy firm) and industry (a multinational or fintech environment).
• Strong understanding of local and international tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in tax software and financial software tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

Experience That Will Count In Your Favor: 

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in tax management, preferably both in consulting (audit/Tax consultancy firm) and industry (a multinational or fintech environment).

Skills:

• Tax Compliance and Planning
• Financial Analysis
• Tax Accounting and Reconciliation
• Analytical and Attention to Detail
• Regulatory Knowledge
• Problem Solving
• Good Communication
• Team Player

Personal Attributes:

• A self-driven and hardworking individual who is continuously learning and is adaptable to change.
• A team player with great communication skills (both oral and written).

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.