Senior Tax Officer

About this role

The role leads the Group’s tax activities, including compliance, planning, advisory, risk management and regulatory duties under Nigerian tax laws. It supports efficient tax management across the Group’s contracts, projects, subsidiaries and operations in Lagos. The position targets candidates with a background in accounting, finance, economics, law or related fields and with tax experience in relevant industries such as oil and gas or engineering. Professional qualifications (ICAN, ACCA, CITN or similar) are strongly preferred, along with solid knowledge of corporate tax, VAT, and withholding tax, and experience with tax audits and regulatory handling.

What you would do

• Lead tax compliance, planning and advisory activities for the Group
• Manage tax risk and regulatory compliance across contracts and subsidiaries
• Coordinate tax efforts across multiple projects and operations
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and handle tax audits and assessments
• Ensure adherence to Nigerian tax laws and industry requirements
• Support efficient tax management processes across the business

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law or related field
• 3-5 years of relevant tax experience
• Experience in oil & gas, oilfield services, engineering or construction industry tax
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian corporate tax, VAT and withholding tax
• Experience handling tax audits, assessments and regulatory correspondence (desirable)
• Professional qualification such as ICAN, ACCA or CITN strongly preferred

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