Staff, Indirect Tax Core

Service Line: Tax

Sub service Line: Indirect Tax Core

Role: Associate Indirect Tax

Location:Lagos

Employment Type: Full Time

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 firms strategic initiatives.
• Lead proposals and client pitches contributing to the firms 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

• A bachelors 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 Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high professional standards.

Why Join Us

• Work in a leading Big 4 professional services environment with exposure to multinational and high-profile clients.
• Opportunity to lead strategic projects and contribute to the firms thought leadership in indirect tax advisory.
• Strong career development prospects with access to training mentorship and leadership opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.