• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (Master’s
degree is an advantage).
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CTA, or equivalent.
Experience
• Minimum 5–8 years of progressive tax experience, preferably within fintech, financial
services, banking, or technology-driven organizations.

Tax Compliance & Reporting
• Manage all direct and indirect tax obligations, including corporate income tax,
VAT/GST, withholding tax, transfer taxes, and payroll-related taxes.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, review, and filing of tax returns in all
operating jurisdictions.
• Oversee tax accounting, provisions, and disclosures in line with IFRS/GAAP and
regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with tax authorities and manage audits, assessments, and disputes.
Tax Strategy & Planning
• Develop and implement tax-efficient structures aligned with business growth, digital
products, and cross-border operations.
• Advise management on tax implications of new products, market expansion,
partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Monitor and assess the impact of changes in tax legislation, especially those affecting
fintech, digital services, and e-commerce.
Fintech & Regulatory Advisory
• Provide tax guidance on fintech-specific activities such as payments, digital wallets,
lending, remittances, crypto assets, and platform-based services.
• Support compliance with transfer pricing, permanent establishment risks, and
economic substance rules.
• Collaborate with compliance and legal teams to align tax practices with financial
regulations and licensing requirements.
Systems, Controls & Process Improvement
• Implement and maintain robust tax controls, policies, and documentation.
• Leverage tax technology, automation tools, and data analytics to improve efficiency
and accuracy.
• Support ERP and financial systems integration from a tax perspective.
Stakeholder Management
• Act as the primary point of contact for external tax advisors, auditors, and regulators.
• Partner with internal teams including finance, product, operations, HR, and
technology to embed tax considerations into business decisions.
• Prepare tax updates and reports for senior management and the board.