Tax Manager jobs in Lagos at British American Tobacco Nigeria March 2014

British American Tobacco is a market leading, global organisation with a long, established history and a bright and dynamic future. Thanks to our people we have continued to deliver growth and exceed expectations in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace.
Our aim is to become the leading tobacco company in each of our markets by providing excellent products with confidence and responsibility expected of global consumer brands.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Tax Manager West African Markets

Job Number: 3499BR
Location/City: Lagos

Job Purpose:

To manage BAT affiliates tax affairs in West Africa MarketsTo optimise the BAT affiliates tax opportunities including strategies for business growth and expansion while ensuring compliance with tax regulations to prevent risks of default.

Key Accountabilities :
Business Results

Tax budgets for company plan and business reviews.Tax disclosures in Financial Statements and Group reporting.Review of all BAT projects and contracts in West African Markets for compliance with all tax rules and regulations.Ensure BAT employees’ awareness of tax laws and regulatory changes as it affects their respective functions to ensure accuracy of tax accountingEnsure timely payment of all taxes to the appropriate Tax Authorities to avoid sanctions.Obtain high value tax related services at competitive fees from external Consultants.Respond to enquiries across BAT group as it affects taxation in West African MarketsEnsure timeliness and accuracy of tax reporting, including internal forecast updates, Group reporting requirements, and annual budgeting exercises.Ensure efficient reporting of fixed assets to optimise tax benefitsMinimise the present value of all tax payments without exposing the company to risks.Ensure prompt resolution of queries and matters arising from the reviews and queries of tax agencies.Provide substantive defence for BAT affiliates in West African Markets in investigation and tax audit instances.Tax parameters for company payroll and review of payroll tax reports to ensure accuracy.Monthly tax statistics (contribution to government revenue) for social reports to stakeholders.Oversee preparation and filing of all monthly and annual tax liabilities of BAT affiliates to respective revenue authorities.Keep abreast of changes in all aspects of the laws and regulation of taxes in West African Markets, as it affects the business.Responsible for the management of tax records of BAT affiliates in West Africa Markets.Responsible for advising, setting and implementing tax strategies across the business and ensuring optimal capital efficiency.Actively build the company’s reputation and relationship with the Tax Authorities to reduce friction.Communicate developments and changes in tax rules to all employees to manage expectations.Manage the withholding and Value Added tax affairs with all suppliers as they affect our contractual obligations.Ensure maximum value obtained from good working relationships with external advisors and supporters. Identify tax-planning opportunities and appropriately develop and implement the operating strategies to expand the businessEfficiently manage the effective tax rate of BAT affiliates in West African Markets.

2. People Results

Work with internal and external stakeholders to manage BAT’s reputationEngage in cross-functional projects and activities to provide tax insights to other functions of the companyBuild and maintain trust of subordinates to serve as a conduit for bottom-up communication and feedback to managementActively manage career within BAT, taking responsibility for seeking opportunities for development and growth within the companyDevelop and implement initiatives that will strengthen internal and external relationshipsDevelop and manage individual relationships with the Finance Leadership Team (FLT)Provide coaching to colleagues within and outside the team to aid their developmentDevelop relationships with individuals and teams to reinforce credibility in communication received and conveyedBecome the recognised point of contact for tax purposes by providing support to other functions.

Essential requirements Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Over 5 years experience as a tax specialist, preferably from a major accounting firm.Very knowledgeable on the local tax dynamics and understands the implications on company business objectives.Fluency in French and EnglishInnovative and influencing skillsAbility to translate and align taxation activities to the company visionUnderstands company business environment and risksPreferably a Chartered Tax Practitioner

Desirable requirements

Chartered AccountantGood communication and presentation skillsGood peoples leadership skillsGood coaching skillsGood interpersonal skillsGood computer skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline 26th March, 2014

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