Finance & Tax Specialist at PayU

About the Role:

• The Finance and Tax Officer is responsible for ensuring PayU’s compliance with Nigerian tax regulations.
• This includes an overview of tax documents provided by Tax Advisory Provider and maintaining a filing system for tax-related records.
• They will collaborate closely with the Global Finance department on various tasks such as accounts closure, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• They act as the company's representative in tax-related meetings and keep all departments informed of any tax law updates.

What You Will Be Doing

• Collaborate with the local team to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Collaborate closely with the Regional Finance Team.
• Provide training and support to team members on financial procedures and policies.
• Participate in financial budgeting process.
• Stay updated with local finance regulations, advising management on their implications.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and controls.
• Support the finance team in the monthly/annual accounts closure, including bank reconciliations and submission of timely and accurate reports.
• Active participation in audits.
• Monitors budgets and expenditures and contributes to preparation of budgets.
• Ensure supervision over compliance with all Nigerian tax regulations, including VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax, and other relevant taxes.
• Liaise with local tax provider and tax authorities for audits, queries, and resolutions.
• Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations, advising management on their implications.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Management, Business, Economics, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of relevant experience with International Company – preferable Fintech or Payment .
• High attention to details and excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team, be able to create a supportive working relationship among all project teams.