The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) assesses, collects and accounts for revenue accruing to the Nigerian Federation, and administers relevant tax laws. We are committed to fair tax administration through responsive and accessible service in order to optimise revenue for national development. To be one of the world’s most efficient and trusted revenue services.
FIRS is recruiting to fill the following positions below:
- Assistant Manager, ICT
- Deputy Manager, ICT
- Deputy Manager, Tax
- Assistant Manager, Tax
- Assistant Director, Tax
- Senior Manager, Tax
- Deputy Manager, Public Relations
- Assistant Manager, Public Relations
- Assistant Manager, PRS (Research)
- Deputy Manager, PRS (Research)
- Assistant Manager, PRS
- Deputy Manager, Legal
Application Closing Date: 11th January, 2025.
Candidates applying for any of the listed positions must meet the following requirements:
- Possess a Bachelor’s Degree or HND with at least Second Class Lower or Lower Credit.
- Must have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program by 31st December 2017.
- For Assistant Manager and Deputy Manager positions, candidates must not be more than 40 years old as of 31st December 2024.
- For Senior Manager and Assistant Director positions, the maximum age limit is 45 years as of 31st December 2024.
- Must demonstrate strong leadership and management skills.
- Must have the ability to work well in a team and effectively delegate tasks.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
- Must possess strong analytical skills and a good understanding of Nigerian tax laws and regulations.
- Should have knowledge of the industry and business environment in which taxpayers operate.
- Must have the courage and ability to ensure compliance with tax laws
Assistant Manager, ICT
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and maintaining cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and systems.
- Monitor and address cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents.
- Implement and optimize AI models and algorithms to enhance ICT operations.
- Support data analysis efforts using AI tools and techniques for improved decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with data protection laws and cybersecurity regulations.
- Conduct training sessions to enhance cybersecurity awareness among employees.
- Maintain documentation for ICT operations, AI projects, and cybersecurity protocols.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- At least 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, AI, or a related ICT role.
- Proficiency in cybersecurity tools (e.g., firewalls, SIEM, IDS/IPS) and AI frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
Professional Skills:
- CompTIA Security+ (CTS+)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Others Skills.
Deputy Manager, ICT
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive cybersecurity strategies and AI frameworks.
- Oversee the implementation of advanced threat detection and prevention systems.
- Lead the design, deployment, and optimization of AI-driven solutions for business processes.
- Manage incident response efforts, ensuring timely resolution of cybersecurity breaches.
- Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and compliance audits.
- Mentor and guide the ICT team in the adoption of AI technologies and cybersecurity best practices.
- Present insights and recommendations to senior management on ICT initiatives.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- At least 9 years of experience in cybersecurity, AI, or a related ICT role.
- Proficiency in cybersecurity tools (e.g., firewalls, SIEM, IDS/IPS) and AI frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.
Professional Skills:
- CompTIA Security+ (CTS+)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
Deputy Manager, Tax
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- A Bachelor / HND and Master’s Degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Forensic Accounting, Financial Management, Public Finance and relevant fields
- Minimum Six (6) years relevant experience in a Government, international organization or private firm in a similar role.
- Possess any of the following professional certificates:
Professional Skills
- Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
- Association of Certificate and Corporate Accountants (ACCA)
- Institute of Chartered Accountant of England /Wales (ACA)
- Chartered Public Accountants (CPA)
- Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN)
Others
Key Responsibilities
- Supervising Officers responsible for assessment of small companies, individual businesses, partnerships, estates and trusts
- Conducting enquiries into the affairs of small companies
- Following up disputed cases through appeal procedures
- Conducting on-the-job training for Tax Officers
- Examining Tax returns and raising additional assessments where necessary
- Ensuring uniform application of Tax Laws, Tax Regulations and Information circulars
Assistant Manager, Tax
Key Responsibilities
- Supervising Officers responsible for assessment of small companies, individual businesses, partnerships, estates and trusts
- Conducting enquiries into the affairs of small companies
- Following up disputed cases through appeal procedures
- Conducting on-the-job training for Tax Officers
- Examining Tax returns and raising additional assessments where necessary
- Ensuring uniform application of Tax Laws, Tax Regulations and Information circulars
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- A Bachelor / HND and Master’s Degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Forensic Accounting, Financial Management, Public Finance and relevant fields
- Minimum Six (6) years relevant experience in a Government, international organization or private firm in a similar role.
- Possess any of the following professional certificates:
Professional Skills:
- Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
- Association of Certificate and Corporate Accountants (ACCA)
- Institute of Chartered Accountant of England /Wales (ACA)
- Chartered Public Accountants (CPA)
- Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN)
- Others
Assistant Director, Tax
Key Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership to the Team.
- Supervising and reviewing Team members’ work.
- Reviewing tax computations and notices of assessment.
- Following up collection of additional assessments raised in the course of audit work to ensure prompt payment.
- Supervise the preparation and review of periodic activities reports for accuracy
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- A Bachelor’s Degree / HND and Master’s Degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Forensic Accounting, Financial Management, Public Finance and relevant fields
- Minimum Fifteen (18) years relevant experience in a Government, international organization or private firm in a similar role.
- Possess any of the following professional certificates or their recognized equivalents
Professional Skills:
- Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
- Association of Certificate and Corporate Accountants (ACCA)
- Institute of Chartered Accountant of England /Wales (ACA)
- Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN)
Senior Manager, Tax
Key Responsibilities
- Risk profiling and selection of tax audit cases for approval
- Conduct field tax audit
- Reconciliation with taxpayer and collection of additional tax audit assessment.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- A Bachelor’s Degree / HND and Master’s Degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Forensic Accounting, Financial Management, Public Finance and relevant fields
- Minimum Fifteen (15) years relevant experience in a Government, international organization or private firm in a similar role.
- Possess any of the following professional certificates or their recognized equivalents
Professional Skills:
- Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
- Association of Certificate and Corporate Accountants (ACCA)
- Institute of Chartered Accountant of England /Wales (ACA)
- Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN).
Deputy Manager, PRS
Key Responsibilities
- Liaise with relevant functions/departments as well as other government agencies to obtain relevant inputs for planning and reporting purposes
- Supervise the development of templates and collation of data for analysis, storage and presentation
- Provide on the job training for PRS officers.
- Provide necessary secretarial support for corporate planning, monitoring and evaluation.
- Facilitate the preparation of periodic performance and revenue analysis reports to OMM
- Facilitate the production of statutory and other periodic reports to relevant internal and external stakeholders
- Supervising a number of officers
- Develop a work-plan for the department.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor/HND and Master’s Degree in Economics, Statistics/Demography, Operational Research, Data Science and other related fields
- Minimum Nine (9) years relevant experience in Government, international organization or private firm in a similar role
Possess any of the following professional certificates:
- Certified Statistician (STAT)
- Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
- Certified Data Scientist (CDS)
- Certified Business Analyst (CBA)
- Certified Analytics Specialist (CAS)
- Certified Research Administrator (CRA)
- Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC)
- Certified Research Manager (CRM)
- Others skills.
