TAX ADMINISTRATOR (2 POSTS) @ MTIBWA SUGAR ESTATES LIMITED
Mtibwa Sugar Estates Limited, a leading sugar producer located in Morogoro, Tanzania, is seeking qualified Tax Administrators (2 Posts) to join its expanding team. This position is vital for ensuring accurate and timely tax management across plantation, factory, and corporate operations. The successful candidate will support financial sustainability and operational efficiency through effective oversight of tax obligations related to agricultural production and workforce administration, contributing to a mission-driven organization that values strategic growth, integrity, and compliance.
Key responsibilities include managing industry-specific compliance such as Excise duties on sugar products, VAT on inputs, Withholding tax, and PAYE for plantation and factory staff. The role demands close collaboration with production, HR, and finance teams to align tax reporting with organizational objectives, including preparing projections for seasonal production cycles and managing import/export duties. The administrator must ensure rigorous regulatory alignment with Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) requirements, support internal and external audits, monitor changes in tax laws, and provide strategic guidance on tax-efficient expansion projects.
Key responsibilities include managing industry-specific compliance such as Excise duties on sugar products, VAT on inputs, Withholding tax, and PAYE for plantation and factory staff. The role demands close collaboration with production, HR, and finance teams to align tax reporting with organizational objectives, including preparing projections for seasonal production cycles and managing import/export duties. The administrator must ensure rigorous regulatory alignment with Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) requirements, support internal and external audits, monitor changes in tax laws, and provide strategic guidance on tax-efficient expansion projects.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation.
- Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred.
- Minimum 2-5 years' experience in tax administration.
- Strong knowledge of Tanzanian tax laws, TRA systems, and excise duty regulations.
- Proficiency in HRIS/ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive in compliance management.
- Experience ideally in agriculture or manufacturing sectors.
- Proven ability to manage Excise & VAT compliance, specifically related to manufacturing outputs and agricultural inputs.
- Expertise in Withholding & PAYE Oversight for large workforces.
- Experience managing tax obligations for imports (machinery, spare parts) and exports (sugar products).