Accountant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  

• 3–6 years of relevant accounting experience.
  

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
  

• Strong working knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, including VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), PAYE, and Companies Income Tax (CIT).
  

• Familiarity with FIRS filing procedures and experience liaising with tax authorities.
  

• Working knowledge of Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) statutory compliance and annual returns.
  

• Basic understanding of audit processes and IFRS documentation standards.
  

• Comfortable representing the company before FIRS, LIRS, CAC, and other regulatory agencies when required.
  

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
  

• Prepare and file statutory taxes, including VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), PAYE, and Companies Income Tax (CIT).
  

• Liaise with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Lagos Internal Revenue Service (LIRS), and other regulatory bodies on tax and compliance matters.
  

• Ensure timely filing of annual returns and maintain compliance with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) requirements.
  

• Prepare reconciliations for bank accounts, ledgers, and other financial records.
  

• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing accurate documentation in line with IFRS standards.
  

• Process financial transactions while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
  

• Identify process improvement opportunities and support the implementation of accounting best practices.
  

• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets to analyze financial data and prepare reports.
  

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with company financial policies and regulatory requirements.