Tax Manager - Sub-Saharan Africa at FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc

FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria PLC is a unique multinational FMCG & B2B company aiming to stay successful in an ever-changing and increasingly complex world. We are unique because our suppliers, the farmers, are also our owners. Since we own the entire supply chain, from grass to glass, we can guarantee the high quality of all our products. As we work in highly competitive markets, we need to be agile while balancing all interdependencies inside and outside our company. Next to a supply-driven business, our portfolio consists of many strong commercial brands all over the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Tax Manager - Sub-Saharan Africa

Job ID: 60092
Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Tax Manager – Sub Sahara Africa is responsible for managing all tax matters across the SSA region, ensuring compliance with local tax legislation, optimizing the tax position of the company, and supporting business operations with expert tax advisory.
• The role includes direct tax, indirect tax, transfer pricing, tax audits, tax governance, and coordination with external advisors and tax authorities across multiple jurisdictions.
• The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills, supporting both strategic and operational tax activities across the region.

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Taxation, or related field.
• Professional qualification preferred (ACCA, CPA, CTA, CA, or equivalent).
• Advanced Tax or Finance certifications are a plus.

Experience:

• 6–10 years of progressive tax experience, ideally in multinational companies or Big Four firms.
• Strong knowledge of tax laws across Sub Sahara Africa (East, West, and/or Southern Africa).
• Experience with tax compliance, advisory, and tax audit management.
• Exposure to transfer pricing and international tax principles.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work across multiple jurisdictions and manage complex regulatory environments.
• High integrity and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) is an advantage.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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