Pan African Towers Limited, is a telecommunications infrastructure and wireless service facilitator. We made our debut on the African continent, starting with initial business operations in Nigeria, in 2017; we will soon have operations in Ghana, and Liberia. We now have close to a thousand towers and operate in every city in Nigeria. We have an aggressive growth plan to reach all parts of Africa and aim to deploy up to thirty-five thousand (35,000) towers, within the next five years to help bridge the broadband coverage gap in Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head - Tax, Regulatory & Insurance
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time
About the Role
The role of Head of Tax, Regulatory, and Insurance is a cornerstone position within our organization, tasked with overseeing and optimizing our tax, regulatory compliance, and insurance functions.
Your expertise will be crucial in developing and implementing effective tax strategies, fostering relationships with tax authorities, and overseeing the preparation and submission of accurate tax returns.
Additionally, you will lead efforts to ensure complia nce with industry-specific reg ations and manage our insu rance portfolio, ensuri ng comprehensive coverage and effective risk management
Responsibilities
Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimise the organisation's tax liability While ensuring compliance With applicable tax laws and regulations.
Oversee the preparation and filing Of all tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and withholding tax,
Stay updated on tax law and regulation changes and guide the senior management team on potential impacts and opportunities.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements for the organisation's operations.
Establish and implement effective compliance programs, policies, and procedures to mitigate regulatory risks.
Assess the organisation's need s and align coverage With identified risks.
Oversee the procurement and negotiation Of insurance policies, including property, liability, workers' compensation. and Other relevant lines of coverage
Identify and assess potential tax, regulatory, and insurance risks.
Develop and implement risk management strategies and controls to mitigate identified risks.
Regularly monitor and evaluate risk levels, recommend appropriate mitigation measures, and report to the senior manag ementteern.
Build relationships with relevant external authorities, regulatory bodies, tax authorities, insurance providers, and Other key Sta keholders.
Represent the organisation in tax audits, regulatory inspections, and insurance-related negotiations.
Foster a and hig h-performing team
Other duties assigned byline manager.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification (such as ACCA, CAN, CITN) is desirable.
Minimum of 8 (eight) years' experience in tax planning, regulatory compliance, and insurance management.
Strong knowledge Of applicable tax laws, reg indu Stry standards, and insurance practices. proven track record of successfully managing tax, reg ulatory, and insurance matters in a complex organisational environ ment
Excellent analytical skills With the ability to identify and evaluate risks.
Strong leadership abilities with the capacity to effectively manage a team and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
Exceptio comm and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of e team.
Application Closing Date
16th February, 2024.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.