Assistant Manager, Tax and Accounting

Finance Nigeria, Lagos, Lagos Full Time Regular
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About this position

About this Position

The Assistant Manager Tax & Accounting will report directly to the Head of GA, Tax, Treasury & OTC and have overall responsibility for ensuring the Company comply with all statutory tax and transfer pricing obligations. The candidate will coordinate the activities of tax advisers and will also maintain and develop strong relationship with tax authorities.

In addition, the candidate will be responsible for advising management of developments in the tax space that will impact the Company’s business including review of contracts and agreements for tax compliance.  The candidate must be an experienced tax professional and self-starter who can work with minimal or no supervision. The candidate should also be able to identify tax planning opportunities for the Company.  

What you´ll do

  • Take full ownership of the tax compliance obligations of the Company including monthly and annual tax filings (all taxes), transfer pricing filings, income tax and deferred tax computations, capital allowance computations, adjustments to accounting profits for tax purposes, etc.
  • Be the main point of contact for all tax advisers for the Company and develop good relationships with tax authorities in Nigeria.
  • Attend to tax audit queries, tax audit exercises, transfer pricing audits, and other routine checks from regulators in relation to tax matters. 
  • Prepare the transfer pricing policy documentation for the Company.
  • Review internal agreements within the Company to ensure compliance with all tax laws and transfer pricing regulations.
  • Work closely with other functions to keep abreast of new business activities and address resulting opportunities, risks and tax consequences.
  • Training, retaining, and mentoring colleagues finance colleagues who prepare invoice posting on the Company’s accounting system.
  • Identify potential tax planning opportunities for the Company and work with the appropriate personnel of all functions to implement tax advice rendered to the Company by its tax advisers.
  • Maintain tax balance on general ledger/reconciliation of tax journals
  • Review all contracts to ensure tax efficiency and optimization and seek advice from the Company’s tax advisers as appropriate.
  • Work with HR to ensure tax compliance with all employee-related taxes and contributions
  • Obtain the Company’s annual tax clearance certificates.
  • Advice HR from time to time on tax planning opportunities for employees
  • Be responsible for Fixed Assets accounting and tagging
  • Attending to any other ad-hoc tax and accounting request as and when they arise.

What makes you a good fit

  • BSc./M.Sc. degree in Accounting or related field •
  • CITN certified
  • Chartered Accountant 
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in tax role
  • Hands-on approach to problem solving
  • In-depth knowledge of tax laws in Nigeria
  • Appreciable understanding of ERP systems
  • An organized self-manager
  • Excellent presentation & communication skills
  • Excellent analytical and numerical skills
  • Proficient with MS office (Excel and word)

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities
  • Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
  • Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
  • Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
  • Topnotch Employee Assistance Programme
  • Medical Insurance with access to gym/fitness facility
  • Parental leave above regulatory requirement and industry standard

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.

JOB ID: 25080160

Job Locations: Nigeria, Lagos, Lagos

Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.ssa@henkel.com

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About Henkel

Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.

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FAQ

Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.

Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.

Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.

Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.

Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.