Tax Compliance Officer - Olam Tanzania

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Job Position: Tax Compliance Officer


Reports to Finance Manager
Location: Dar Es Salaam

Purpose Handle taxation issues and ensuring compliance with the law

Key Result Areas
Operational
• Timely and Accurate Submission of all Mandatory Compliance and Statutory Returns.In-depth understanding and knowledge of the local tax laws and revenue practices.
• Research on technical issues and provide Tax Opinions basis the local legislation.
• Accurate Completion of Tax Risk Assessment Tool on a quarterly basis.
• Perform Tax Risk Review and Health Checks on the basis on Internal Audit Methodology.
• Implementation of Tax Policies which align the internal processes to tax legislation
• Assess, evaluate and test the design adequacy and' operating effectiveness of tax related financial controls

Person Specification
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Specialization in Taxation preferable.
• Minimum 5 Years' Experience in a Consulting Environment (Preferably Big 4) and or Group Tax Experience in Private Sector. Transfer Pricing Knowledge a Benefit.
• Attention to Detail and High Level of Accuracy
• Sustains beneficial relationships with key individuals in the tax environment (Tax Authorities, Consultants)
• Keeps abreast of changes in legislation and implications for the business
• Highly Self Motivated and able to take full ownership and accountability of function. Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Effective Interaction with Business Units and understanding of business to enable identification of tax triggers.

To Apply:
Submit your updated resume, Mention the position your applying for in the subject line via email to otl.tz@olamnet.com, martin.osembo@olamnet.com

or you can deliver hard copy to address:

Olam Tanzania Ltd
P.O Box 71062
Opp.Tambaza School Ground
Plot 420 UN Road
Upanga
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania

Closing date for receipt of applications is 25th April 2016,

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted