19/12/2024
Position: Full Time
Location: Monrovia Liberia
Title: Payroll Tax Accountant
Reports to: Accounting Manager Job ID: SRS00031127
Date Posted: November December 19, 2024
Application Deadline: December 30, 2024 Number of Intake: 1
Job Summary:
We are looking for a strongly motivated payroll tax accountant to join our company and work with our executive to exemplary leadership to our workforce. The Payroll Tax Accountant provides financial stewardship to clients on payroll and tax matters, assists with Technical Accounting, Business Controls and Audit, etc. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Tax Accountant to join our team. He/She will be responsible for ensuring compliance with payroll tax regulations, managing tax reporting and filing, and working closely with internal teams and external advisors to address payroll and tax matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the accurate and timely withholding, reporting, and filing of payroll and taxes for SRS operations, ensuring compliance with Liberia local tax regulations.
Manage payroll and tax audits, resolve discrepancies, and handle inquiries from tax authorities.
Monitor and interpret changes in payroll tax laws and regulations across multiple regions, ensuring compliance.
Collaborate with internal payroll and finance teams, as well as external tax advisors, to resolve cross-border payroll tax matters.
Drive process improvements to enhance payroll tax compliance and operational efficiency’
Stay up to date with Liberia tax regulations and industry trends, advising on best practices for compliance and reporting.
Lead payroll tax projects, including system upgrades, tax filings, and process automation.
Calculates wages, deductions, commissions, bonuses, and taxes.
Issue payments to employees, such as checks or direct deposits, and ensure that payroll accounts have enough funds.
Interprets tax codes, ensures payroll tax processes are seamless, and navigates regulatory changes.
Create tax strategies to optimize financial outcomes for the SRS and its employees.
Assist with month-end close processes and provide support for audits.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
5+ years of experience as Tax/Payroll Accountant or a related accounting role.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and regions.
Experience in leading payroll and tax audits and resolving complex tax issues.
Familiarity with Liberia Revenue cods, Liberia labour laws and reporting requirements.
Proven ability to streamline payroll processes and drive operational improvements.
Experience managing vendor relationships, including third-party payroll providers and consultants.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of discretion.
Proficiency with Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
Knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) preferred.
Proficiency with accounting software.
All Applicants should send their CV and Cover letter to email address below:
: [email protected]
SRS OIL & GAS COMPANY LIBERIA INC.
ADDRESS: JETAMJO BUILDING, CORNER OF CAREY AND CLAY STREET
MONROVIA, REPUBLIC OF LIBERIA
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