Head Tax, Regulatory & Insurance at Pan African Towers Limited

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.