Job Description

Service Line: Tax

Sub service Line: International Tax and Transaction Services (ITTS-Advisory)

Role: Experienced Manager

• The manager will work and coordinate teams of professional staff on various international tax projects.
• In addition, the candidate will be involved in managing operations relating to projects, ensuring assignments are completed in line with the Firm’s criteria around quality & risk management, engagement economics and cash collection.

• Lead teams to provide various international tax services ranging from cross cross-border tax advisory, tax restructuring services, tax due diligence services and regulatory services such as, processing of National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP) and Pioneer Status Incentive approvals.
• Apply sound knowledge and understanding of the local tax laws, double tax treaties and international tax laws in projects.
• Manage relationships with clients, regulators, and other external parties.
• Adopt quality project management strategies to optimize efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.
• Monitor project progress, manage resources, and escalate any challenges that arise to ensure successful project outcomes to leadership.
• Stay updated on changes in local and international tax laws and regulations and communicate the implications to clients.
• Supervise, coach and invest in training and development of younger team members.

3. Requirements

• A degree from an accredited tertiary institution in any discipline with a minimum of second class (upper division) or its equivalent.
• Membership of a professional body is a mandatory requirement – ICAN/ACCA and CITN.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in international tax services preferably in a multinational corporation or professional services firm.
• Strong understanding of local and international tax laws, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex international tax projects.
• Strong project management skills, ensuring timely, efficient and quality delivery of projects.
• Excellent operations management skills ensuring compliance with the firm’s risk management, management of resources and timely cash collection.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex tax issues and identify practical solutions to address challenges.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office application (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).