Job Summary
The Senior Specialist – Tax & Transfer Pricing is responsible for overseeing all aspects of tax compliance, planning, and transfer pricing strategies within the organization. The role ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, optimizes tax efficiency, and mitigates risks associated with tax and transfer pricing matters.
Job Context
The role operates within:
- A dynamic and highly competitive Fintech Industry.
- A multi-regulated environment with complex stakeholder management.
- A business landscape prioritizing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors.
- A partnership-driven business model.
- A fast-evolving digital and fintech market requiring agile decision-making.
- A performance-driven culture aligned with MTN Group’s global fintech standards.
- Active media engagement and focus on brand reputation.
- A need for innovative revenue streams requiring strategic tax structuring.
- Agile ways of working in a complex, contract-based employment setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the preparation and filing of all tax returns, including corporate income tax, value-added tax (VAT), and other applicable taxes.
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of tax compliance activities, including tax calculations and provisions.
- Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, providing recommendations on their impact.
- Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize tax efficiency.
- Maintain transfer pricing policies and documentation in compliance with local and international regulations.
- Conduct transfer pricing analyses to determine arm’s length pricing for intercompany transactions.
- Collaborate with internal teams to implement transfer pricing strategies that align with business objectives.
- Manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, including preparing documentation and representing the organization.
- Work with external advisors and legal counsel to resolve tax disputes efficiently.
- Provide tax advisory support on transaction structuring, employee compensation, and international tax matters.
- Stay updated on emerging tax trends and industry best practices.
Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance.
- Chartered Accountant certification (ICAG, ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW) is mandatory.
- Membership with the Chartered Institute of Taxation – Ghana is an added advantage.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of tax experience, preferably in the Fintech Industry or within a medium to large organization, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
Key Competencies & Skills
- Tax Management & Compliance
- Interpretation and application of tax laws
- Accounting & Financial Acumen
- Negotiation & Influencing Skills
- Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, and document preparation tools
- Ability to interpret financial data and commercial performance metrics
- Budget Preparation & Forecasting
- Risk Management & Financial Planning
Core MTN Values & Behaviors
The successful candidate must embody MTN’s core values:
- Lead with Care
- Collaborate with Agility
- Serve with Respect
- Can Do with Integrity
- Act with Inclusion
Additionally, the candidate must exhibit MTN’s vital behaviors:
- Complete Candor
- Complete Accountability
- Active Collaboration
- Get It Done Mentality
Job Location
📍 Accra, Ghana
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should:
- Indicate Vacancy Ref No: MMLSST253 as the email subject.
- Ensure CVs are saved in applicants’ names (applications failing to meet this criterion will be disqualified).
- Submit applications by 7th February 2025 to:
✉️ mtnghanarecruitment@mtn.com
Additional Notes
- Applicants must have served at least 12 months in their current role at Scancom PLC.
- Applicants should inform their managers before applying.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
📅 Closing Date: 11th February 2025
