Audit and Taxation Officer
Ikeja, Lagos
Posted more than 30 days ago
- Company:
- Ascentech Services
- Company Description:
- Ascentech Services Ltd is the most sought-after Human Resource Solution Provider with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We have a reputation for satisfying and surpassing clients expectations through our core offerings: - Recruitment and Selection - Outsourcing - Training and Development
- Contract Type:
- Full Time
- Experience Required:
- 2 years
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
• Maintain organized records of all tax filings and ensure accurate documentation for VAT, LIRS, WHT, and other tax requirements.
• Assist the Taxation Manager in preparing and organizing documentation for audit reviews, ensuring timely responses to auditor requests.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing activities with a focus on tax-related matters.
• Communicate effectively with the internal finance team to clarify tax and compliance requirements and procedures.
• Conduct ERP reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial and tax records.
• Provide support for additional accounting tasks and projects as assigned by the reporting manager.
Skills and Competencies Required:
• Strong knowledge of tax documentation and audit processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in ERP systems and reconciliation tasks
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
Qualifications and Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACA, ACCA, CPA) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax laws.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software (accounting software, tax software).