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The Tax Consultant will support clients in both public and private sector space. The role is all-encompassing and falls within the junior to mid-management level.
The ideal candidate for this role must be up-to-date with emerging tax laws and trends and well able to advise clients on tax-related issues.
Key Responsibilities:
Tax Compliance - Computation and filing of Capital Gains Tax, WHT, VAT, CIT, TET, custom duties, employee-related taxes, and social security contributions
Tax Queries, Audit, and Investigations - Representing companies at tax audit and investigation exercises conducted by the FIRS and other regulatory authorities
Compliance Health Check and Risk Assessment reviews – Review past and current taxes, levies, or statutory contributions records to evaluate the level of compliance with relevant tax laws and recommend areas of improvement where necessary.
Tax Advisory Services - Providing advice on the tax implications of new legislation, transactions, and services and on tax efficient corporate, business, and contract structure considering relevant provisions of the tax laws
Key Requirements:
First degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance.
3-4 years experience in a core financial or Tax Operations capacity.
Membership of CITN, ICAN, CFA, or any other related professional qualification is required.
Knowledge of FIRS and GAAP.
Knowledge of SEC and FRCN rules.
Knowledge of Tax regulations.
Outstanding attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.