• Application Deadline:
• Position: Finance & Tax Specialist


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 - 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

About the Role:

• The Finance and Tax Officer is responsible for ensuring PayU’s compliance with Nigerian tax regulations.


• This includes an overview of tax documents provided by Tax Advisory Provider and maintaining a filing system for tax-related records.


• They will collaborate closely with the Global Finance department on various tasks such as accounts closure, budgeting, and financial reporting.


• They act as the company's representative in tax-related meetings and keep all departments informed of any tax law updates.

What You Will Be Doing

• Collaborate with the local team to ensure smooth financial operations.


• Collaborate closely with the Regional Finance Team.


• Provide training and support to team members on financial procedures and policies.


• Participate in financial budgeting process.


• Stay updated with local finance regulations, advising management on their implications.


• Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and controls.


• Support the finance team in the monthly/annual accounts closure, including bank reconciliations and submission of timely and accurate reports.


• Active participation in audits.


• Monitors budgets and expenditures and contributes to preparation of budgets.


• Ensure supervision over compliance with all Nigerian tax regulations, including VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax, and other relevant taxes.


• Liaise with local tax provider and tax authorities for audits, queries, and resolutions.


• Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations, advising management on their implications.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Management, Business, Economics, Public Administration, or related field.


• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of relevant experience with International Company – preferable Fintech or Payment .


• High attention to details and excellent analytical skills.


• Excellent interpersonal skills, must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team, be able to create a supportive working relationship among all project teams.