Tax Accountant at Varun Beverages Zambia Limited

Job Title: Tax Accountant x 1
Varun Beverages Zambia Limited
Lusaka

Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns.
Ensure compliance with Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) tax requirements.
Manage VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, Corporate Tax, and Customs-related tax matters.
Reconcile tax accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Prepare tax computations and schedules.
Support tax audits and respond to tax authority queries.
Monitor changes in tax legislation and advise management on impacts.
Maintain proper documentation for tax compliance and reporting.
Assist in transfer pricing and intercompany tax matters where applicable.
Coordinate with finance, payroll, procurement, and logistics departments on tax issues.
Ensure timely payment of taxes and statutory obligations.
Support internal and external audits.
Identify opportunities for tax efficiency and risk reduction.

Qualifications:

ACCA, ZICA CA Zambia, or CTA/ATT equivalent.
Bachelor’s in Accounting, Taxation, Law, or Finance

Experience:

5+ years in tax accounting/compliance, ideally in-house or with a Big 4/mid-tier firm
Expert knowledge of Zambian Tax Act: VAT, PAYE, WHT, Corporate Income Tax, Customs & Excise
Hands-on with ZRA e-services, tax audits, objections, and appeals
Experience in tax planning, transfer pricing basics, and IFRS tax provisions IAS 12
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple statutory deadlines
Experience liaising directly with ZRA and external auditors

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