Tax Accountant – Douala
SAASA B2E Cameroun
Douala, Littoral, Cameroon
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Description
Job Title: Tax Accountant
Location: Douala, Cameroon
Industry: Agro-Industry / Manufacturing
Job Summary
The Tax Accountant is responsible for managing, securing, and optimizing the tax and social security affairs of the company. The role requires a deep understanding of industrial tax frameworks, customs duties, and local DGI regulations. The role involves defending the company during tax audits, overseeing the annual DSF, and ensuring strict compliance with the Cameroonian General Tax Code and SYSCOHADA standards
Missions / Responsabilités / Activités
Mission
The Tax Accountant is responsible for managing, securing, and optimizing the tax and social security affairs of the company. The role requires a deep understanding of industrial tax frameworks, customs duties, and local DGI regulations. The role involves defending the company during tax audits, overseeing the annual DSF, and ensuring strict compliance with the Cameroonian General Tax Code and SYSCOHADA standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Industrial Tax & Compliance (DGI & Customs)
- Supervise and validate all periodic tax declarations (VAT, Corporate Income Tax, Advance Payments, IRPP, Withholding Taxes, Business License, Property Taxes).
- Manage the tax implications of industrial operations, including the VAT treatment of imported raw materials and heavy equipment.
- Oversee the preparation and electronic filing of the annual Statistical and Tax Declaration (DSF).
- Manage CNPS declarations and ensure compliance with labor tax laws for a large industrial workforce.
- Tax Audits & Litigation Management
- Act as the primary point of contact and represent the company during DGI tax audits and verifications.
- Draft technical responses to tax reassessment notifications, manage the contentious claims process, and negotiate to defend the company’s interests.
- Monitor the status of all tax disputes and AMR (Avis de Mise en Recouvrement) to prevent operational disruptions.
- Accounting & Group Reporting
- Review and reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts (Taxes, Third Parties, Customs).
- Ensure the tax depreciation schedules for industrial machinery and factory assets are accurate.
- Prepare tax reports for the management, ensuring compliance with both local laws and international group policies.
- Support the Chief Accountant during annual statutory audits with external auditors.
- Process Improvement & Leadership
- Utilize advanced tax platforms with high autonomy.
- Train and mentor junior accounting staff on tax matters and compliance.
- Maintain an active tax watch to alert management of changes in the Cameroonian tax code that might impact industrial operations.
Compétences / Exigences / Qualités
Candidate Profile
Education :
- Master’s Degree (BAC+5) in Taxation, Accounting, Control, or Audit (e.g., Master in Tax Engineering/Fiscalité). A DECA or equivalent is a strong plus.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in a similar role.
- Crucial: Prior experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or agro-industrial environment is highly preferred.
- Experience in a recognized Audit/Tax firm handling industrial clients is a strong advantage.
Technical Skills:
- Excellent mastery of the Cameroonian General Tax Code (specifically industrial tax rules).
- Perfect command of the revised SYSCOHADA framework.
- Proven experience with the DSF and tax litigation.
- Proficiency in major ERP systems (SAP, Sage X3, Odoo) and advanced Excel.
Soft Skills & Languages:
- Languages: French and English
- High integrity and ethical standards.
- Strong analytical skills, autonomy, and the ability to push back against tax authorities.
Profil du candidat
» Niveau d'expérience: Expérimenté
» Années d'expérience: Entre 5 ans et 8 ans
» Niveau Académique Minimum: Master
» Années d'expérience: Entre 5 ans et 8 ans
» Niveau Académique Minimum: Master
Documents de candidature
» Curriculum Vitae
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