Job Description

Senior Accounting Tax Analyst

• Location: Midrand

• Function: Finance

OverviewThe purpose of this role is to lead the accounting activities for Nigeria including ensuring adherence to financial policies (internal and external), statutory/tax requirements, leading month-end closing process, and coordination with the SSC for Treasury, A/P and General Ledger transactions; as well as providing necessary support to the finance team.ResponsibilitiesLead the monthly close process and year-end activities, ensuring accuracy of P&L and Balance Sheet.Key point of contact within the cluster for coordination with the SSC on Treasury, A/P and General Ledger topics.Preparation and submission of statutory requirement and key contact for related government authorities.Coordination internal and external audits as well as SOAR testingAssist in the preparation and timely filing of monthly and annual tax returns for PAYE, corporate tax, VAT, and other relevant taxes across our subsidiaries in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa.Assist in responding to tax inquiries and correspondence from tax authorities in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa, ensuring timely and accurate resolution of tax issues and queries.Implement/execute global insurance and tax strategiesProvide finance support for administrative functions in the cluster including functionals, payments processing (working with SSC, payroll, treasury, etc), non-inventory purchase orders.Lead direct functionals budget and actual tracking vs budgetProvide support for Nigeria team on accounting and tax issues and be a back-up for critical activities *Experience you'll bring:Minimum 3 years' experienceBCom Tax or any relevant accounting qualificationStrong accounting and financial skillsStrong Computer skills, Microsoft Office, SAP, BPCBehaviors you'll need:Strong internal control capabilities with strong adaptabilityAnalytical skills with focus on process ImprovementPeople Leadership - Team building skills, especially across countriesSelf-starter with attention to detailsOwnership and proactiveness, drive for resultsWhat's in it for you?We offer an excellent opportunity for career development and progression, a highly collaborative work environment and an autonomous and flexible working culture where you will be able to add value and be recognized and rewarded.ABOUT USSC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raidxc2xae, Gladexc2xae, Kiwixc2xae, OFF!xc2xae, Windexxc2xae, Ziplocxc2xae and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.You need to be eligible to work in the country of application.Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member.Come join us and make an impact through iconic global brands.GO FURTHER WITH OUR FAMILY#LI-MF1Inclusion & DiversityWe're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at .Save Job

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