Head of Mission, Tax Specialist

The Tax Mission Lead is a tax expert who supervises a team of associates and manages a client portfolio composed of companies of various sizes and business sectors. They advise clients on their tax obligations, optimization strategies, and tax risk management. They ensure the smooth execution of assignments, guaranteeing the quality of services and compliance with legal and regulatory obligations. They mentor junior and experienced associates, participating in their training and organization in work methodologies. They are supervised by a Mission Director.
Main missions
  • Customer Portfolio Management :
    • Monitor the tax status of a client portfolio.
    • Advise clients on tax strategies tailored to their business.
    • Ensure that tax declarations comply with legal obligations.
    • Optimize client taxation by offering strategies tailored to their situation.
    • Manage tax audits and assist clients during tax inspections and litigation.
  • Supervision and coaching :
    • Supervise and train a team of junior tax professionals
    • Ensure the review and quality control of tax work performed by the teams.
    • Implement best practices and monitor tax developments.
    • Supervise the review of tax returns.
    • Ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  • Advice and Support for Clients
    • Analyze the tax implications of complex transactions (restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, estate and gift taxes, etc.).
    • Provide technical and organizational guidance and training to both new and experienced employees
    • Help develop long-term tax strategies for clients.
  • Cabinet Development :
    • Contribute to the growth of the customer base by offering new, high-value-added services.
    • Help draft technical reports and analyses.
    • Contribute to the improvement of internal processes.
Profile sought:
  • Formation
    • Master's degree in Tax Law, DJCE, DSCG with a specialization in taxation, or equivalent.
    • A certification or specialization in international taxation would be an asset.
  • Experience
    • At least 5 years of experience at a law firm specializing in tax law, an accounting firm, or a tax consulting firm.
    • Experience in supervising projects and managing teams.
  • Skills
    • Mastery of Ivorian taxation
    • In-depth expertise in corporate taxation.
    • Solid knowledge of business law and tax litigation.
    • Excellent analytical, synthesis, and advisory skills.
    • Excellent writing skills.
    • Management skills and the ability to build a team.
    • Proficiency in tax software and tools, as well as legal databases.
    • Diligence, organizational skills, and leadership
  • Job benefits
    • A position of responsibility.
    • A stimulating work environment with a diverse range of clients.
    • Opportunities for continuing education.
This position is ideal for a professional looking to advance their career at a well-established and reputable firm that offers a challenging and dynamic work environment.
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