Tax Consultant (Retainer) at Hive HR

Job Description

• We require a Tax Consultant to oversee compliance, tax planning, and advisory services across all brands.

Key Responsibilities
Tax Compliance:

• • Ensure accurate and timely filing of all taxes (federal, state, and local).
• • Maintain up-to-date records in line with Nigerian tax regulations (and international, where applicable).

Tax Advisory & Planning:

• • Develop tax-efficient structures for the group and subsidiaries.
• • Advise on VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, and Corporate Tax obligations.
• • Guide on cross-border tax matters for imports, exports, and potential international operations.

Audit & Liaison with Authorities:

• • Represent the group during tax audits and negotiations with FIRS, LIRS, and other regulatory bodies.
• • Prepare documentation and defend the group’s position in case of disputes.

Process Improvement:

• • Streamline tax reporting processes to ensure accuracy and reduce risks.
• • Implement systems for monitoring ongoing compliance across all brands.

Advisory for Expansion:

• • Provide tax insights on new projects (e.g., hotel operations, supermarket chains, cross-border e-commerce).
• • Advise on transfer pricing, international tax treaties, and structuring for growth.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting multi-entity organizations.
• Experience in retail, hospitality, or creative industries is a plus.
• Chartered Accountant / Tax Consultant with strong credentials (FIRS/LIRS experience is an advantage).
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and international tax frameworks.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Engagement Model:

• Monthly Retainer covering compliance, advisory, and filing oversight.
• Special Projects (audits, expansions, international structuring) billed separately.