POSITION PURPOSE:This position therefore aims at strengthening the controls and compliance related to day-to-day cash and tax operations. It is also aims at reducing dependence on Tax consultants and re-inforcing the G/L Department (substitution, development).MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:1. Tax administration & Compliance:Prepare monthly WHT & VAT returns for review by HL Chief Accountant; ensure timely submissions.Follow up and collect VAT certificates (FIRS) and WHT receipts (Citibank / SCB).With the assistance of Consultants, monitor the submission of Invoices and renewal of contracts with NOTAP (Mgt & Technical Service Agreements), initiate CAFA audits & follow up on certification.Assist HL Chief Accountant in the preparation of CIT computation, TP Documentation & procedures.2. Treasury Admin:Administer the BoE collection and payment process (M&E)Prepare draw down notices & Time DepositsCheck, follow-up and eventually clarify Bank interest calculations and charges from HL’ BanksCheck COT and other Bank charges.Enter Bank transactions in Navision based on Bank Statements & Populate Oasis Treasury data.3. Reporting:Prepare Treasury reports such as weekly Cash & Loan position upload in Oasis / BWPrepare answers to JTI Group Treasury and/or CBN inquiries for review by Chief Accountant4. Audits:Assist during FIRS / LIRS / Statutory or Internal Audits and inquiries with the preparation of documentation, make-up’s, reconciliations or any other information as may be required.5. Sales Invoicing:Prepare Sales invoices and Aging Reports.Reconcile Sales with waybills & supplier invoices.6. Other:Assist Finance Management in any other Tax, Treasury or Finance related tasks as may be necessary (Month-end closing, Finance Policies & Procedures, substitution, etc)
Qualifications : Education:
• University degree or equivalent• Financial qualification.ICAN full certification is a plus.Work Experience:
• At least 3 years in a key accounting position• Experience in a trading environment (Manufacturing is a plus)
Languages & Computer Skills:
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office, etc )• Good oral and written English
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:
• Knowledge of Central Bank regulations• Strong knowledge of Nigerian Taxes (VAT, WHT, CIT mainly).• Knowledge of Accounting Software (SAP would be an asset)• Self starter able to work independently, enthusiastic and willing to develop.• Time management skills and ability to work under strict deadlines• Good communication and analytical skills• High degree of probity and integrity
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forwar their detailed CVs to tounfjajobs@gmail.com
Apply via :
tounfjajobs@gmail.com
