Job offer: Tax Manager – Olam Agri Is Hiring

Olam Agri Is Hiring a Tax Manager (Douala, Cameroon)

Olam Agri is currently recruiting a Tax Manager to join its team in Douala, Cameroon.

This is a permanent position (CDI) with an immediate start for a highly experienced tax professional looking to work in a dynamic, multinational environment.

• Job Location: Douala, Cameroon
• Job Type: Permanent (CDI)
•  Start Date: Immediate

Application Deadline: 31 December 2025

Key Duties & Responsibilities

As a Tax Manager at Olam Agri, you will be responsible for ensuring full tax compliance while supporting the company’s strategic and operational objectives. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the timely and accurate preparation and submission of all statutory tax returns, including VAT, corporate income tax, withholding tax, NSIF, and other applicable taxes.
• Maintaining full compliance with Cameroonian tax laws and regulations.
• Liaising with tax authorities and external auditors during tax audits and inspections.
• Developing and implementing tax-efficient strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Identifying opportunities for tax savings and risk mitigation.
• Advising management on the tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
• Monitoring changes in tax legislation and assessing their impact on the company.
• Maintaining robust documentation to support tax positions and defend against audits.
• Managing tax disputes and litigation in collaboration with legal advisors.
• Driving efficiency in tax controls and inspections, working closely with internal stakeholders.

Required Skills & Experience

To succeed in this role, candidates should meet the following requirements:

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, Taxation, or a related field.
• Professional tax certification (e.g. DESS, CPA, or equivalent) is a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years’ proven experience in tax management, preferably within FMCG or multinational companies.
• Strong knowledge of Cameroonian tax laws and exposure to international tax frameworks.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French is mandatory.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage complex workflows.

Life at Olam Agri

At Olam Agri, our culture is built on five core values and enriched by a diverse, multicultural workforce. We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to inclusivity and equality.

Our employees contribute positively to:

• The company’s success
• Farming communities
• Customer satisfaction

We encourage continuous learning through collaboration with skilled colleagues and structured development programs. At Olam Agri, you’ll have the opportunity to grow professionally, explore new ideas, and work on a wide range of impactful projects.

Our Core Values

• Entrepreneurial
• Collaborative
• Sustainable
• Resourceful
• Agile

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their CV to our HR team: Email: HR_cameroon@olam-agri.com Subject line: Position of Tax Manager.