Manager, Tax Advisory at Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

• The Tax Manager role is accountable for tax advisory services and keeping businesses compliant with various local, state, and federal tax regulations. He/she is also responsible for leading and managing multiple operations in the tax practice area and delivering quality tax services. The role is a business partner to our clients aiming at building relationships and providing innovative tax planning, consulting, and expertise.

Role And Responsibilities

• Advise clients on general corporate compliance, cabotage, petroleum profits tax, Nigerian content in the oil and gas industry, recent tax legislations/regulations, foreign exchange legislation, and investments and securities.
• Guide clients on the resolutions required for specific corporate actions and draft those resolutions.
• Offer advice on contract structuring, compensation structuring and restructuring, business start-ups, registrations and regulations, business forecasts, tax budgeting, and increasing shareholder value.
• Advise on international taxation issues, including thin capitalization, transfer pricing, and permanent establishment issues.
• Perform due diligence reviews for clients during the consolidation of the banking and insurance sectors in Nigeria.
• Supervise and review the filing of returns such as company income tax, education tax, and PAYE returns with tax authorities.
• Represent clients during audits and negotiations, responding to queries and preparing objection letters as necessary.
• Lead the preparation and organization of corporate tax returns and relevant records, ensuring compliance with applicable tax regulations.
• Analyze clients' financial and legal situations to accurately determine their tax liabilities and recommend strategic tax planning solutions.
• Establish and maintain robust policies and procedures to ensure effective tax management controls, minimizing risk and ensuring compliance.
• Regularly inform management of changes in the tax landscape and potential impacts of tax legislation changes on corporate clients.
• Identify risks and manage tax exposures through strategic tax planning and structuring, highlighting the implications of projects, contracts, and agreements.
• Ensure all tax-related communications are promptly addressed and implement measures to prevent penalties and fines.

Qualifications And Experience Required

• B.Sc. in Accounting or equivalent qualifications
• Proven work experience as a Tax Senior Manager/Tax Manager
• Minimum of 8-13 years cognate work experience
• Professional accounting qualification ICAN/ACCA/CITN.
• Well-versed in Tax Advisory Excellent knowledge of tax accounting & compliance and all types of tax returns
• Excellent knowledge of local tax laws
• Strong analytical skills
• Exceptional client service and the ability to develop excellent client relationships
• Knowledge of tax software and MS Office