Job Description: Chief Tax Officer (CTO – Tax)

Industry: Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Investment

Job Type: Full-Time

Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Summary

The Chief Tax Officer (CTO – Tax) is responsible for overseeing the organization's general tax strategy, compliance, planning, and risk management. This role ensures full compliance with local and international tax regulations while optimizing the organization's tax position and supporting strategic financial decisions.

The CTO (Tax) plays a key role in managing tax risks, handling regulatory interactions, and advising executive leadership on tax implications of business activities, investments, and transactions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tax Strategy & Planning

Develop and implement tax strategies aligned with organizational goals

Optimize tax structures to improve efficiency and minimize liabilities within legal frameworks

Advise leadership on tax implications of business initiatives, investments, and expansion

Support mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring from a tax perspective

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Tax Compliance & Reporting

Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax returns (corporate tax, VAT, withholding tax, etc.)

Oversee tax accounting and reporting in line with IFRS/GAAP standards

Ensure compliance with local and international tax regulations

Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the organization

3. Tax Risk Management

Identify, assess, and mitigate tax risks across the organization

Establish strong tax governance and internal control frameworks

Manage tax audits, disputes, and litigation with tax authorities

Ensure proper documentation and transfer pricing compliance

4. Regulatory & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary point of contact with tax authorities and regulators

Manage relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and consultants

Support communication with executive leadership and Board on tax matters

Ensure transparency and com

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