Team Lead, Tax and Cost Management at Koins Microfinance Bank Limited

Koins Microfinance Bank Limited is a fully licensed technology and impact-driven microfinance bank that focuses on driving financial inclusion. Loans / Savings/ Investments.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Team Lead, Tax and Cost Management

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Team Lead, Tax and Cost Management, will be responsible for overseeing the bank's tax compliance, cost control processes. This role requires ensuring the bank adheres to tax laws, while implementing cost management strategies that maximize operational efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with tax laws, including but not limited to VAT, WHT, PAYE, and other local taxes.
• Prepare and file all tax and regulatory returns accurately and timely in accordance with the relevant authority requirements.
• Timely and accurate tax filings.
• Successful completion of internal and external audits
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and recommend measures to enhance the profitability of the bank
• Act as the primary point of contact for tax authorities, handling any tax audits and ensuring the bank is prepared for any reviews.
• Advise management on tax implications for decisions made and recommend tax strategies to minimize liabilities while remaining compliant.
• Ensure proper documentation of all tax filings and reports for audit purposes.
• Analyse financial performance data and provide actionable insights to reduce operational expenses without compromising on quality
• Ensure accuracy in financial records and tax filings.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree with 4-7 years experience.
• Ability to develop long-term tax strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Experience in managing, motivating, and developing a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both internal teams and external auditors.
• Capable of balancing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Professional certifications such as ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria), ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), or CITN is required.

Application Closing Date
4th March, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email.