Account Officer (Tax) at Media Trust Group

Media Trust Group, publishers of Daily Trust newspapers and other titles in print and online, and operators of Trust TV and Trust Radio, is recruiting a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer (Tax)

Location: Abuja
Employment type: Full Time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Tax Management and regulatory compliance of tax reporting/returns.
• Support with the development and implementation of tax strategy.
• Develop and implement strategic tax planning for all necessary federal and state taxes.
• Should be knowledgeable in tax administration and planning.
• Understand the financial and operational implications of various tax laws and ensure compliance.
• Implement effective tax planning strategies and ensure full compliance with relevant tax laws.
• Liaise with the tax consultants to ensure that the company’s overall interests are protected during tax investigations and FIRS queries.
• Ensure complete documentation of relevant supports and proof of tax remittance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate personnel in relevant tax authorities.
• Timely monitoring and research on relevant taxation trends, legislative changes and relevant economic/fiscal changes.
• Ensure 100% remittance of all tax and statutory obligations.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of a Degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent with bias for Taxation.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in related field of tax administration.
• Professional certification with recognised institute is added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills are essential, particularly in regard to presenting the results of analyses.
• Role holder or candidate should have an outstanding knowledge of electronic spreadsheets.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Computer literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Person Specification:

• Willingness to work at odd hours or put in extra hours;
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills;
• Excellent time management skills.
• A logical thinker who pays attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure to respond to service needs.
• Self-motivated and able to influence and motivate others.

Deadline: 13th July, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online