Tax Accountant at MarbleClear Limited

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Accountant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring statutory tax compliance, managing tax filings, supporting audits, and liaising with regulatory authorities while ensuring adherence to applicable tax laws and financial reporting standards.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of relevant tax accounting experience, preferably within the FMCG or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, including VAT, WHT, PAYE, Company Income Tax (CIT), Pension, and NSITF regulations.
• Good understanding of IFRS, Local GAAP, and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure monthly compliance with VAT, WHT, PAYE, Pension, NSITF, Union, and Cooperative deductions.
• Prepare monthly tax provisions, including minimum tax and additional PAYE.
• Review tax computations, prepare payment schedules and payment instructions, and file statutory returns through relevant regulatory portals.
• Obtain and maintain evidence of tax payments and provide pension deduction schedules to Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs).
• Manage tax and statutory audits involving FIRS, State Internal Revenue Services, NSITF, ITF, NEPC, and other regulatory bodies.
• Respond promptly to official tax notices, queries, and requests for information.
• Liaise with tax consultants and government agencies on tax-related matters, including transfer pricing, export incentives, grants, and tax clearance processes.
• Facilitate the processing of employees\' annual Tax Clearance Certificates (TCCs).
• Negotiate professional fees with external consultants where required.
• Ensure timely closure of outstanding tax audits and settlement of any additional tax liabilities.
• Support other finance and tax-related responsibilities as assigned.