Chartered Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a competent and detail-oriented Chartered Accountant to join our team in Port Harcourt. The ideal candidate must have strong expertise in financial reporting, compliance, and taxation, with up-to-date knowledge of current Nigerian tax laws. This role requires a proactive professional who can ensure full statutory compliance while providing strategic financial insights to support business growth.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate financial statements, reports, and documentation
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian financial regulations and updated tax laws.
• Manage and oversee all taxation processes, including: PAYE (Pay As You Earn), VAT (Value Added Tax), WHT (Withholding Tax), CIT (Company Income Tax), CGT (Capital Gains Tax), NTAA (National Tax Administration Act) compliance.
• Conduct internal audits and financial risk assessments.
• Monitor financial transactions and ensure proper documentation
• Provide financial advice and insights to improve operational efficiency
• Maintain proper accounting records and ensure data accuracy
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Handle tax planning, filing, and timely remittance of all statutory obligations.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies such as FIRS and State Internal Revenue Services.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (Accounting Preferred).
• Must possess hands-on experience with PAYE, VAT, WHT, CIT, and other statutory obligations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and practices.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail with strong integrity and ethical standards.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ICAN or ACCA is mandatory)
• Minimum of 3–5 years proven experience as an accountant in Oil and gas, construction, and equipment leasing company.
• Proven experience with strong and up-to-date knowledge of the new Nigerian tax laws and reforms.

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: [email protected] using “Chartered Accountant” as the subject of the email