Senior Executive Taxation

Job Position: SR. EXECUTIVE TAXATION

Reporting to: CFO

Educational Qualification: CA Inter / CMA / MBA Finance / M. Com with relevant taxation experience may also be considered. Chartered Accountant (CA) Preferred

Industry Domain: Experience in Manufacturing, Heavy Industries, Infrastructure, FMCG, Retail or service industries preferred.

Experience: 4-5 years of experience in Direct and Indirect Taxation.

Candidate Job Profile:

Department

Finance & Accounts

Reporting To

CFO

Job Purpose

To ensure accurate and timely compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations, manage tax planning initiatives, coordinate tax audits and assessments, minimize tax risks, and support business operations through effective taxation advisory and compliance management.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Taxation

• Ensure timely computation and payment of Advance Tax, TDS, and Income Tax.
• Prepare and file corporate income tax returns.
• Manage tax assessments, appeals, notices, and litigation matters.
• Coordinate with tax consultants, auditors, and government authorities.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and advise management on implications.

Indirect Taxation

• Ensure timely Tax compliance including returns and reconciliations.
• Manage VAT input tax credit (ITC) and statutory reconciliations.
• Handle tax assessments, audits, and departmental inquiries.
• Review tax positions on business transactions and contracts.

Tax Planning & Advisory

• Identify tax-saving opportunities within legal frameworks.
• Evaluate tax implications of new businesses, projects, and contracts.
• Support business units on tax-related matters and provide advisory services.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Maintain proper tax documentation and records.
• Develop and strengthen tax control processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory guidelines.

Audit & Reporting

• Support statutory, tax, and internal audits.
• Prepare tax provisions and deferred tax calculations.
• Provide MIS reports and management dashboards on tax matters.

Team Management

• Guide and supervise taxation team members.
• Conduct training and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Ensure continuous improvement in tax processes and systems.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

1. Tax Compliance Management

• Timely filing of all direct and indirect tax returns.
• Accurate tax calculations and payments.

2. GST Management

• Monthly / Annual return filing accuracy.
• Tax optimization and reconciliation.

3. Direct Tax Management

• Income tax compliance and assessments.
• TDS compliance and reporting.

4. Tax Audit & Assessments

• Effective handling of audits, notices, and assessments.
• Closure of tax queries within stipulated timelines.

5. Tax Planning & Cost Optimization

• Implementation of tax-saving initiatives.
• Reduction of tax exposures and penalties.

6. Statutory Reporting

• Accurate tax provisions and disclosures.
• Timely submission of management reports.

7. Process Improvement & Automation

• Streamlining taxation processes.
• Adoption of automation tools and ERP controls.

8. Stakeholder Management

• Coordination with auditors, consultants, and tax authorities.
• Support to internal business functions.

Employment Type: Full-Time
Grade: Sr. Executive / Deputy Manager

Behavioral Skills

• Excellent communication and coordination abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and support the Finance & Accounts team effectively

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based role with coordination of various functional sites.

• Requires interaction with Contractors, Vendors, and Clients.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria, Africa
Employment Type: Full-Time
Grade: Sr. Executive / Deputy Manager