Tax Specialist

Jago is a fully digital bank that breaks all of the stereotypes! It puts modern technology at its core, deliver meaningful and reliable services that redefine what it means to manage money. We are pushing boundaries to deliver solutions that will change the lives of millions of users. Jago empower you as our team member to think creatively to solve everyday problem that might not usually push to the limelight but very much relevant and critical to the growth of our customers. 

At Jago, you will be working together with highly motivated people with diverse backgrounds. From finance industry such as banking and payment, to lifestyle such as ecommerce and consumer electronics. What we have in common is the drive to make something exciting and transformative in a way of opening up new possibility of what a bank app should be able to!

Bank Jago is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Tax Specialist to join our team. This role will be key in ensuring that the bank’s tax processes are carried out in accordance with applicable regulations and laws. The ideal candidate will have experience in tax compliance, tax payments, and providing guidance to internal departments. If you have a passion for tax, financial regulations, and a collaborative work environment, we encourage you to apply.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure that the bank’s tax processes are carried out in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Handle the preparation, payment, and reporting of taxes (withholding tax, VAT and stamp duty), ensuring full compliance with tax regulations.
• Provide guidance and direction to internal departments on tax-related matters, ensuring adherence to tax regulations and standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Assist in tax audits and support the process of external audits by providing necessary documentation and clarifications.
• Monitor tax regulations and changes in law to ensure that the bank’s tax processes remain up-to-date and compliant.
• Maintain accurate tax records, ensuring proper documentation of tax-related filings and payments.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in tax accounting, tax compliance, or a similar role, ideally within the banking or financial services sector or tax consultant.
• Strong understanding of tax regulations.
• Familiarity with tax audits and external audit processes is a plus.
• Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments to address tax-related concerns.