Junior Tax Accountant

Date: 23/01/2025
Place of work: Lagos
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Job Title:

Junior Tax Accountant  

Reference:

Tecnimont Nigeria  

Project

Lagos Branch  

Job Location:

Lagos

Job type/Contract:

Annual Employment Contract

Starting date

01/04/2025

Duration

12 months Renewable 

Salary range:

Negotiable Salary package with benefits

 

 

Job summary/Role description

A Junior Tax Accountant is assisting for preparing federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses. The role involves assisting with tax planning and research to minimize tax liabilities,

 

 

Duties and responsibilities

  • Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.

  • Assist with tax planning and research to minimize tax liabilities.

  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations and laws.

  • Collaborate with the financial team to streamline accounting functions and operations.

  • Provide support during internal and external audits.

  • Conduct research on tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance

  • Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings

  • Update financial data in databases to ensure accuracy and availability

  • Support audit and tax professionals during audits and examinations

  • Maintain accurate financial records by recording transactions and updating financial statements.

  • Perform financial analysis to support decision-making processes.

Knowledge & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field

Experience

  • 2-5 Years of experience in Tax accounting

  • Previous experience in big 4 is preferable.

  • Previous experience in Construction is preferable.

  • In-depth knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting & tax regulations.

  • Excellent communication skills.

  • Knowledge of ERP systems, particularly SAP, is preferable.

Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent communications and interpersonal skills

·         Multitasking,

·         Proactive attitude

·         Good team player

·         Problem solving skills

·         Attention to details,

·         Effective time management.

Special Requirements and Comments

The candidates should have the legal right to Work in Nigeria

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