Tax Coordinator

SAMANU

Posted: Sep 26, 2025

Full time

Career Level: Mid Level(3-5 years)
Salary:
Location: Addis Ababa
Deadline: Oct 04, 2025

Job Summary 

  • The Tax Coordinator will provide critical administrative and technical support to the Tax Department, ensuring that the organization remains compliant with all local and international tax regulations. The role involves preparing, reviewing, and filing all statutory taxes, maintaining accurate records, supporting audits, and contributing to strategic tax planning initiatives. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills, excellent organizational abilities, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.

    The Tax Coordinator will play a key role in supporting business operations by ensuring timely tax reporting, accurate recordkeeping, and proactive identification of tax-related issues, enabling the organization to make informed financial decisions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare and process all statutory taxes, including Income Tax, Pension, VAT, Withholding Tax, Excise Tax, and Profit Tax.
  • Compile, review, and submit all required tax documents in compliance with regulatory deadlines.
  • Monitor and track tax liabilities and refunds, ensuring accurate estimates and timely payments.
  • Maintain accurate records of tax filings and payments for audit and reporting purposes.
  • Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns.
  • Receive, verify, and validate VAT invoices and other supporting documentation.
  • Maintain and update the company’s tax database, ensuring data integrity.
  • Encode invoice and payment details into Excel or other financial systems daily.
  • Ensure all documents, work papers, and filings are properly archived for future reference.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing accurate records and explanations for tax-related transactions.
  • Identify potential compliance risks and assist in implementing corrective measures.
  • Follow up on advance payment invoices and other pending tax obligations.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of tax processes, workflows, and reporting efficiency.
  • Stay updated on changes in tax legislation, regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure alignment of tax obligations with business operations.
  • Assist in preparing quarterly and annual tax reports for management review.
  • Perform any other tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor to support the Tax Department.
  • Strong knowledge of local and international tax regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Proficiency in Advanced Excel, ERP systems, and MS Office applications.
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with internal teams and external authorities.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
  • Knowledge of IFRS standards and principles is highly desirable.
  • Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify risks and propose solutions.
  • High level of integrity and confidentiality.

COMPETENCIES: - 

  • Strong knowledge of local and international tax regulations and compliance requirements.

  • Proficiency in Advanced Excel, ERP systems, and MS Office applications.

  • Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with internal teams and external authorities.

  • Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

  • Knowledge of IFRS standards and principles is highly desirable.

  • Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify risks and propose solutions.

  • High level of integrity and confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience: 

  • Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in tax preparation and compliance. 

  • Exposure to ERP/finance systems and electronic tax filing systems is preferred

How To Apply

Application instruction

Please title your application with the subject line: -"Tax Coordinator"

Candidates meeting the above-required qualifications are invited to send their CVs through careers@samanu.com

Applications from female candidates are strongly encouraged and will be given preferential consideration, as we deeply value diversity..

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview.

Application deadline: October 03, 2025


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