Senior Tax & Compliance Officer

About the role

The Senior Tax & Compliance Officer will manage all tax obligations of SGS in Mozambique, ensuring timely filing of corporate tax returns and compliance with local tax legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, review and submit corporate tax returns (IRPC, IRPS, IVA, withholding taxes) accurately and on time.
• Manage tax planning strategies, liaise with the Autoridade Tributária during audits, and oversee transfer pricing documentation.
• Ensure compliance with INSS, labour law, and sector‑specific regulations, and maintain internal compliance policies.
• Provide tax and compliance advisory to senior management and support finance during month‑end and year‑end reporting.

Required profile

• Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field; professional qualifications (ACCA, CPA) are a plus.
• At least 5 years of progressive tax and compliance experience, preferably in a corporate or Big 4 environment.
• In‑depth knowledge of Mozambican tax legislation (IRPC, IRPS, IVA) and experience handling tax audits.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• Proficiency with accounting software
• MS Office (advanced)