Tax Manager

About the role

The Tax Manager will lead the preparation, filing and compliance of all tax obligations for PZ Cussons entities operating in Nigeria. This role ensures timely and accurate tax reporting, liaises with tax authorities, and supports tax planning initiatives across the group.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and submit monthly withholding tax (WHT) returns for all PZ entities and SBUs, verify rates, reconcile reports, and process payments within a 7‑day deadline.
• Generate, review and file monthly VAT returns for each entity, ensuring submission to the FIRS by the 21st of each month.
• Respond to demand notices, queries and other correspondence from the FIRS and state tax boards, drafting initial replies and maintaining a correspondence tracker.
• Apply for and obtain annual tax clearance certificates for all seven entities.
• Conduct first‑level reviews of tax computations for PZ Kenya and PZ Ghana, supporting audits and refund claims.
• Prepare trend analyses, decks and forecasts for tax planning and budgeting.
• Verify WHT credit notes on B2B customer purchases and ensure accurate tax accounting.

Required profile

• B.Sc. in Accounting with ICAN, ACCA or CITN certification.
• 4‑5 years of relevant tax experience, preferably in an FMCG or multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws (CIT, VAT, WHT, PAYE, Transfer Pricing) and statutory compliance.
• Good understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards and tax accounting processes.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Word
• Advanced skills in MS Excel
• Experience using SAP for tax reporting, reconciliations and compliance monitoring

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a leading multinational consumer goods company.
• Exposure to cross‑border tax issues and strategic tax planning.
• Professional development in a dynamic, values‑driven environment.