Senior Associate, Tax

Propetrol Limited is a leading energy trading company operating at the heart of Africa’s evolving markets, with a growing international footprint across marine fuels (bunkers), gas, and refined products. We run a commercially driven, execution-focused trading platform, working with global oil companies, suppliers, and shipping partners to move product efficiently across key international routes.

We leverage deep relationships with global oil majors and leading trading houses. Our trading team brings over 125 years of combined international bunkering experience, positioning us to compete at a global level.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Associate, Tax

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• The Senior Associate, Tax will support the delivery of Propetrol’s tax compliance, planning, and advisory activities across its business portfolios.
• The role requires a technically sound professional who can independently manage assigned tax workstreams, maintain accurate records, and provide practical analysis to support business decisions under the guidance of the Tax Lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare tax computations, returns, and supporting schedules for review and timely filing.
• Track statutory filing and payment deadlines, escalating potential compliance gaps.
• Reconcile tax accounts with the general ledger and investigate discrepancies.
• Review transactions and documentation to ensure appropriate tax treatment.
• Support tax planning and assess the tax implications of contracts, investments, and business transactions.
• Research changes in tax legislation and prepare summaries of their business implications.
• Support tax audits and investigations by preparing documentation, responding to queries, and tracking outstanding issues.
• Liaise with tax authorities and external advisers as delegated by the Tax Lead.
• Support cross-border tax reviews, transfer pricing documentation, and related compliance activities where applicable.
• Maintain accurate tax records, audit trails, and evidence of filings and payments.
• Work with Finance, Legal, Procurement, and operational teams to resolve tax matters.
• Support improvements to tax processes and guide junior colleagues where required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional certification from ICAN, ACCA, or CITN is required.
• Minimum of four years of progressive experience in tax compliance, advisory, or corporate taxation.
• Experience in energy, oil and gas, commodities trading, or a professional services firm is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian taxation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of international taxation and transfer pricing is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.
• Sound judgment, confidentiality, and professional integrity.

Salary
N300,000 - N1,000,000 monthly.