Tax Accountant

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Tax Accountant

Location: Eti-Osa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are looking for an exceptional Tax Accountant to join our Finance Team.

Summary of Responsibility

• Manage withholding tax collection, reporting, and reconciliation activities; support statutory tax compliance, including VAT, PAYE, and vendor withholding tax obligations; maintain accurate tax records and client accounts; liaise with clients and tax authorities; and provide administrative and compliance support to the Tax Compliance Manager to ensure timely and effective tax compliance across the firm.

Responsibilities

• Client With-holding Tax collection, management and reporting.
• Management of monthly PAYE, VAT, and other statutory tax computations and remittances.
• Application of cash collection, WHT receipts and credit notes to receivable balances, and engagement with business managers & partner on WHT debtor collection.
• Administration of staff tax matters, including Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) applications and renewals.
• Prepare tax reconciliations and support balance sheet account reviews and month-end reporting.
• Support responses to tax authority enquiries, audits, investigations, and regulatory reviews.
• Support process improvement initiatives and tax compliance projects within the Finance function
• Perform other tax and compliance-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting or related discipline with a minimum of Second Class Lower / Lower Credit Division.
• Have a minimum of five credits in WASSCE Ordinary Level / NECO subjects or acceptable equivalent examination, including Mathematics and English Language in one sitting only.
• Fully qualified member of ICAN, ACCA or CITN.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in taxation, accounting, finance, or regulatory compliance.
• Good knowledge of the Nigeria Tax laws.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office tools (advanced excel).
• Experience using ERP systems and tax compliance software is an advantage.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.

Application Closing Date
11th September 2026.

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online