Associate, Indirect Tax

Associate, Indirect Tax

Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 2 years Location Lagos Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit

Requisition ID: 1697735

Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate specialized in providing comprehensive indirect tax services. The Associate will play a key role in delivering high-quality indirect tax advisory and compliance services to our clients. This position requires a strong understanding of Nigerian and international indirect tax regulations, including Value Added Tax (VAT) and Customs & Excise Duty. The ideal candidate will have the ability to lead and develop teams while managing client relationships and business development.

Responsibilities

Technical & Advisory:

• Lead and support teams in providing indirect tax compliance and advisory services.
• Apply Nigerian VAT Act, Customs & Excise duty regulations, and international best practices to resolve client challenges.
• Provide technical guidance on the interpretation and application of indirect tax legislation in advisory work, compliance reports, and responses to tax authorities.
• Act as a liaison with clients and tax authorities, ensuring timely filing of statutory indirect tax returns.
• Monitor changes in indirect tax laws, policy developments, and global trends, ensuring clients and internal teams stay informed of emerging regulatory requirements.

Client & Business Development:

• Manage and develop relationships with clients, regulatory bodies, and external stakeholders.
• Champion thought leadership initiatives and provide industry insights on VAT, Customs & Excise Duty, and other indirect tax matters.
• Drive business development efforts by identifying new service opportunities and supporting the firm’s strategic initiatives.
• Lead proposals and client pitches, contributing to the firm’s growth and revenue generation.

People & Practice Management:

• Supervise, mentor, and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.

• Ensure that client assignments are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality and risk management standards.

• Oversee engagement economics, including managing budgets, billing, and cash collection.

• Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (minimum second-class upper division or equivalent) in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution.

• Professional certifications: Membership in ICAN, ACCA or CITN is mandatory.

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in indirect tax, preferably in a Big 4 firm or professional services firm.

• Strong understanding of indirect tax principles, local and international VAT regulations, and Customs & Excise Duty laws.

• Proven ability to manage complex indirect tax projects, including compliance, advisory, controversy resolution, and risk mitigation.

• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex tax regulations.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across all levels.

• Leadership capabilities, including the ability to manage teams and drive change in a dynamic environment.

• Proficiency in indirect tax compliance tools and Microsoft Office