Tax Manager

Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries is one of Nigeria's leading pharmaceutical companies, dedicated to providing premium, affordable medical treatments. We have been manufacturing pharmaceutical and health products for over 40 years. We are promoting unlimited wellness by offering innovative, long-lasting medical solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Tax Manager

Location: Lagos Mainland - Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

• The Tax Manager will be responsible for leading and optimizing the organization's tax position.
• This role combines in-depth technical expertise in tax planning, compliance, and advisory with a keen understanding of regulatory frameworks. The Tax Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the organization's financial transparency and compliance with tax laws.

Responsibilities
Planning, Compliance and Advisory:

• Develop and implement comprehensive tax planning strategies to effectively manage the company's tax position.
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax laws, conducting thorough research and analysis.
• Coordinate and oversee the preparation and filing of accurate and timely tax returns.

Tax Forecasting and Provisioning:

• Develop and execute tax forecasting models to anticipate future tax liabilities.
• Calculate and record income tax provisions in accordance with relevant accounting standards.

Transfer Pricing Management:

• Develop and implement transfer pricing policies, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align transfer pricing strategies with business operations.

Tax Audits and Dispute Resolution:

• Manage tax audits by tax authorities, ensuring timely and accurate responses to inquiries.
• Implement strategies for dispute resolution, including negotiation and settlement discussions.
• Collaborate with legal counsel as needed to address complex tax-related legal matters.

Tax Credits and Incentives:

• Identify and evaluate tax credit and incentive opportunities to optimize tax positions.
• Conduct in-depth analysis and documentation to support claims for available tax credits.
• Stay abreast of changes in tax legislation to maximize benefits for the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field.
• Professional qualification (ICAN, ACCA or CITN equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience

Key Competencies:

• Understanding of Nigerian tax laws and regulatory frameworks
• Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and MS Excel.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment with clear career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical insurance, pension, and other employee benefits.