Account Officer (Tax) at Daily Trust

Duties and Responsibilities

• Tax Management and regulatory compliance of tax reporting/returns.
• Support with the development and implementation of tax strategy.
• Develop and implement strategic tax planning for all necessary federal and state taxes.
• Should be knowledgeable in tax administration and planning.
• Understand the financial and operational implications of various tax laws and ensure compliance.
• Implement effective tax planning strategies and ensure full compliance with relevant tax laws.
• Liaise with the tax consultants to ensure that the company’s overall interests are protected during tax investigations and FIRS queries.
• Ensure complete documentation of relevant supports and proof of tax remittance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate personnel in relevant tax authorities.
• Timely monitoring and research on relevant taxation trends, legislative changes and relevant economic/fiscal changes.
• Ensure 100% remittance of all tax and statutory obligations.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of a Degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent with bias for Taxation.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in related field of tax administration.
• Professional certification with recognised institute is added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills are essential, particularly in regard to presenting the results of analyses.
• Role holder or candidate should have an outstanding knowledge of electronic spreadsheets.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Computer literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Person Specification:

• Willingness to work at odd hours or put in extra hours;
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills;
• Excellent time management skills.
• A logical thinker who pays attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure to respond to service needs.
• Self-motivated and able to influence and motivate others.