Tax Manager Job at SaroAfrica International Limited

Saroafrica Nigeria Limited (‘Saro’) is an indigenous private sector player with 3 decades of experience in Nigeria. Saro has five Subsidiaries (Saro Agrosciences, Saro Lifecare, Saro Agro-Allied, Gossy Warm Spring and Saro Oil Palm) and two Joint Ventures (AgriseedCo and Green Hills Agricultural Products). Saroafrica is set to become a leading consumer, manufacturing, FMCG and integrated agricultural value chain group. In pursuit of this ambition Saroafrica is making significant investment in a Palm Plantation and Cassava to Ethanol Plant.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Tax Manager

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Tax Manager is a strategic business partner in ensuring the business compliance with all applicable tax laws, financial regulations, and statutory requirements.
• He/she is charged with managing tax filings, liaising with regulatory authorities, monitoring compliance obligations, and providing strategic advice to minimize tax risks while optimizing efficiency.

Duties / Responsibilities
Tax Compliance:

• Developing and implementing Business Tax Strategies that will support the overall Strategic focus of the business
• Ensure timely payment of all tax liabilities and reconciliation with financial records.
• Maintain proper documentation for tax audits and respond to queries from tax authorities.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, advising management on implications for the business.
• Support tax planning initiatives to optimize the organization’s tax position.
• Liaise with regulators, external auditors, and tax consultants as required.
• Conduct regular tax compliance reviews and risk assessments to identify potential gaps.
• Maintain an up-to-date compliance calendar and ensure adherence to filing deadlines.

Reporting & Advisory:

• Provide periodic reports to management on tax exposures, compliance risks, and regulatory updates.
• Advise business units on compliance requirements for transactions, contracts, and projects.
• Support internal stakeholders with regulatory interpretations and compliance guidance.

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in tax and regulatory compliance, preferably in a corporate or professional services environment.
• Professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CITN) are an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software is desirable.
• Age Requirement: Not more than 40 years.

Competencies and Skills Required:

• Excellent knowledge of tax compliance, regulatory reporting, and statutory requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong ethics and integrity.