Tax Analyst at Dangote

Job Summary

• Provide operational support to the Tax function in ensuring timely and accurate tax compliance for DSR Apapa.
• The role is responsible for supporting the computation and filing of VAT and WHT returns, managing staff and directors’ tax-related matters, tracking WHT receivables, and providing accounting and financial support through bank reconciliation and Fixed Asset creation in SAP.

Job Roles (Duties & Responsibilities)

• Compute monthly Value Added Tax (VAT) and Withholding Tax (WHT) liabilities and returns for DSR Apapa.   
• Prepare and ensure the timely and accurate filing of complete VAT and WHT returns in line with applicable tax regulations and statutory deadlines.                                 
• Post recovered WHT journals and maintain accurate records of WHT receivables from banks and other relevant parties using Tax Pro-Max confirmed entries and follow up with banks and other stakeholders on outstanding or unremitted amounts.
• Support the Tax Officer in collating and validating tax-related data required for the preparation of monthly tax reports for Head Office.
• Maintain and regularly update staff Tax Identification Numbers (TINs) to support tax filings, refiling and the creation of new tax IDs where required.
• Attend to staff and directors’ tax-related enquiries and provide timely support in resolving tax matters. 

Job Requirements

• BSc or HND in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Economics or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification or progress towards ICAN, ACCA, CITN or an equivalent qualification would be an advantage.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in taxation, accounting, finance or a related function.
• Good knowledge of Nigerian tax legislation, statutory requirements and tax compliance processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to analyse and reconcile financial data.
• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems would be an advantage.

Competencies:

• Tax and Regulatory Knowledge
• Financial and Data Analysis
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy
• Tax Compliance and Risk Awareness
• Numerical and Reconciliation Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Record Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication Skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work with ERP systems.