About this role
Main Purpose In-house Tax department – Correctly discharge all tax obligations, ensure full compliance with the tax rules & regulations and manage the indirect tax working capital position in the Africa Region.
Key responsibilities: Compliance Management:
• Ensure compliance with all applicable indirect tax laws and regulations, including value-added tax (VAT), goods and services tax (GST), sales and use tax, excise tax, customs duties, and other indirect taxes. • Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assess their impact on the organization, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure compliance • Maintain Customs and Excise licenses and permits • Preparation and provision of training in Indirect Tax areas
Tax Planning and Strategy:
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize indirect tax positions, minimize tax liabilities, and identify tax-saving opportunities. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align tax planning initiatives with business objectives and ensure tax-efficient structures and transactions
Tax Reporting and Filings:
• Prepare and review indirect tax returns, reports, and filings in a timely and accurate manner. • Ensure all required documentation and supporting records are maintained and organized. • Ensure all monthly, quarterly and annual VAT reconciliations are performed. • Coordinate with internal accounting and finance teams to obtain necessary data for tax reporting purposes
Tax Audits and Disputes:
• Manage and coordinate tax audits and inquiries by tax authorities. • Respond to inquiries, provide requested information, and represent the organization in discussions with tax authorities • Prepare and defend tax positions during audits and resolve any tax disputes or controversies in collaboration with legal and tax advisors
Process Improvement:
• Continuously assess and enhance internal tax processes, systems, and controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance. • Formalization of African entities’ Indirect Tax Policies • Documentation of procedures and mapping of flows o Identify opportunities for automation and technology adoption to streamline tax-related workflows and reporting.
In Addition:
• Maintain relations with Tax and Customs Authorities • Weekly Management Reporting • Monitor and assist on all new clearing/ bond processes
Requirements:
• Qualification in Law or Accounting with specific VAT and Customs and Excise Knowledge • 10 years’ experience in VAT and Customs and Excise • Experience in the oil industry a major advantage • Background in Accounting (Big Four), Legal professions and/or Tax Authority experience an advantage