Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the Position of Unit Head Tax, Fixed Asset & Insurance at First Bank of Nigeria.
About First Bank of Nigeria Limited
First Bank of Nigeria Limited is the leading bank in West Africa and deeply ingrained in society. Its culture revolves around four core values: Entrepreneurship, Professionalism, Innovation, and Customer-Centricity (EPIC). These values define the bank’s mindset, actions, and work ethic, enabling them to fulfill their vision of becoming Africa’s preferred bank. EPIC encapsulates their commitment to achieving results for each other, the bank, and themselves, fostering motivation and personal growth. Every decision and action taken by FirstBankers is guided by these values, emphasizing the importance of entrepreneurial spirit, professionalism, continuous innovation, and a customer-focused approach in their work.
Summary
- Company: First Bank of Nigeria (FBN)
- Job Title: Unit Head Tax, Fixed Asset & Insurance
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND/Msc
- Locations: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Title: Unit Head Tax, Fixed Asset & Insurance
Job Description
- Prepare Tax Planning/strategies for the bank for optimum tax advantage
- Proper and effective coordination of Tax Audit – state and statutory.
- Effective liaison with the HOD and local tax advisers to support the effective management of the bank’s tax affairs and the local tax liabilities.
- Manage compliance with the local corporate, income and other tax regimes (e.g. withholding tax and VAT), in order to minimize the burden of taxation on the bank.
- Creating bank wide tax consciousness, by initiating and facilitating tax training programs for bank affected personnel and providing regular updates on the latest development within the tax regulatory environment.
- Provide updates on the new developments /circulars issued by FIRS
- Preparation of reports on tax matter to Executive Management
- Preparation of banks corporate tax returns in conjunction with tax consultants and ensure timely filing of corporate self-assessment tax returns
- Ensure timely remittance of tax returns/payments
- Ensure prompt payment of corporate tax installments
- Effective management of staff personal income tax
- Liaison with tax consultants for timely procurement of personal income tax clearance certificates for all bank employees
See Also:
Job Requirements for the Position of Unit Head Tax, Fixed Asset & Insurance at First Bank of Nigeria:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
- Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA or its equivalent plus at least 10 years post Qualification years’ experience, with relevant / specific banking experience
- Minimum of 10-15 years post-qualification experience, preferably consulting/financial services experience.
- Sound knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and IFRS Accounting Policy
- Proficiency in the use Ms word & Ms Excel
Deadline
19th December, 2025
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