Tax Manager at VODACOM Plc Tanzania

VODACOM

Tax Manager
Tax Manager at VODACOM Plc May 2024
Posting Country: TZ
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
At
Vodacom, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more
connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global
community, it’s our human spirit, together with technology, that
empowers us to achieve this.

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people,
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and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and
get it done, together.
With us, you can be truly be yourself and
belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a
real difference.

Role purpose & Key accountabilities
Role purpose:

The manager will need to manage all tax matters of the company. He will
be required to control all taxation compliance, ensure timely payment of
tax due, and reduce risk to business from penalties and interests as a
result of non-compliance to tha Applicable tax laws in Tanzania. He will
also make sure that tax returns filed to the revenue Authorities;
Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) and Zanzibar Revenue Authority (ZRA)
and other relevant bodies are prepared correctly and submitted as per
set standards and timing.

The manager will also need to
implement policies and procedures to effectively manage the tax position
of the company at any given time throughout the month and annually and
to advise the management in all tax related matters and new provisions
imposed by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania that have
effects in tax related matters. The manager needs to be build a good
relationship with Authorities’ (TRA & ZRA) Tax auditors and
assessors, tax consultants and external auditors.

Key accountabilities:

• Drive automation of various tax processes within tax function.
• Compile
  and maintain financial models to be used for the tax computations and
  tax payments. Implement measures to manage the risk of penalties and
  interests as a results of non- compliance
• Propose, review and implement tax management policies and procedures
• Review all tax returns, computations and payments
• Manage relationships with TRA, Tax Consultants and tax lawyers
• Perform monthly turnover reconciliation of VAT and Excise duty.
• Perform Balance Sheet Reconciliation in line with the given standards and timelines.
• Coordinate and ensure timely submission of monthly group schedules and tax reports.
• Monthly tax accounting (current tax provisioning and deferred tax accounting)
• Recommend personnel action such as recruitment, promotions, disciplinary measures, training of future employees
• Perform a regular tax health check to identify possible risk and opportunities.
• Liaise with the Group Tax on a regular basis.

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Professional qualifications, Core competencies, knowledge and experience

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a financial and tax role
• College or University graduate with a degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• CPA (T), ACCA or specific tax qualification will be an added advantage.
• Telecommunication industry experience advantageous
• Thorough understanding of the theory of the tax function
• Strong computer literacy especially Advance Microsoft Excel skills
• Financial policies, procedures and systems.
• To be up to date with the latest legislation governing the tax function
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer orientated approach
• Leadership skills
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to network with other players in the market
• Ability to manage staff as well as facilitate change

Not a perfect fit?
Worried
that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we
are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where
everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background.
If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align
exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to
apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role,
and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What’s in it for you
We
want you to feel happy and fulfilled at work, without compromising the
other things in life that matter to you. There are lots of ways we
support this, including hybrid working and generous parental leave.
You’ll also get four Spirit Days a year to focus on your personal
development and wellbeing, plus a host of other great benefits too.

Who we are
You
may have already heard of Vodafone – We’re a leading Telecommunications
company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we
are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of
millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a
better future for everyone.

As part of our global family,
whether that’s Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you’ll feel a sense of pride
and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue
equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our
employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the
importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not
tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not
limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification,
sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion,
political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous
status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural
background, social, or marital status.

Together we can.
Vodafone
is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best
people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent
is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting
Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role
in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to
consider becoming a part of our journey.