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Tax Accountant
MarbleClear Limited · Nigeria
Salary
Undisclosed
Location
Nigeria
Posted
1 hour ago
Required skills
Nigerian tax lawsVAT compliancePAYE complianceWHT complianceCompany Income Tax (CIT)Tax filingSAP ERPExcelIFRSGAAPTax audit managementStatutory compliance
About the role
Tax Accountant
MarbleClear Limited is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Tax Accountant to join the Finance team. You will ensure statutory tax compliance, manage tax filings, support audits, and liaise with regulatory authorities while maintaining adherence to applicable tax laws and financial reporting standards.
Responsibilities
- Ensure monthly compliance with VAT, WHT, PAYE, Pension, NSITF, Union, and Cooperative deductions
- Prepare monthly tax provisions, including minimum tax and additional PAYE
- Review tax computations, prepare payment schedules and payment instructions, and file statutory returns through relevant regulatory portals
- Obtain and maintain evidence of tax payments and provide pension deduction schedules to Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs)
- Manage tax and statutory audits involving FIRS, State Internal Revenue Services, NSITF, ITF, NEPC, and other regulatory bodies
- Respond promptly to official tax notices, queries, and requests for information
- Liaise with tax consultants and government agencies on tax-related matters, including transfer pricing, export incentives, grants, and tax clearance processes
- Facilitate the processing of employees' annual Tax Clearance Certificates (TCCs)
- Negotiate professional fees with external consultants where required
- Ensure timely closure of outstanding tax audits and settlement of any additional tax liabilities
- Support other finance and tax-related responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
- Membership of a recognized professional accounting body (ICAN, ACCA, ANAN, or equivalent) is required
- 3–5 years of relevant tax accounting experience, preferably within the FMCG or manufacturing industry
- Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, including VAT, WHT, PAYE, Company Income Tax (CIT), Pension, and NSITF regulations
- Good understanding of IFRS, Local GAAP, and general accounting principles
- Proficiency in SAP ERP and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: career.precendia@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
📋 How to apply
Follow the application instructions in the How to Apply section of the role description above (email, phone, or link as posted by the employer).