Chief Accountant at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Accountant

Location: Lagos

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the entire accounting team
• Ensure that all necessary documents are requested, collected, and compiled
• Review corporate and personal income tax returns to ensure accuracy
• Advise business owners and individuals regarding the tax code
• Oversee the processing of state and federal payroll taxes
• Maintain current and garner new client relationships
• Monitor and mentor/train junior staff, clerks, and bookkeepers
• Detect and address potential compliance issues proactively
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations at all times
• Uphold the excellent reputation of our firm
• Maintain constant communication with the IRS, state agencies, and our clients
• See that tax consults and onboarding procedures are in place for new clients
• Maintain highly organized and updated client files
• Work collaboratively with other teams to achieve shared goals
• Report directly to the operations manager.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
• Quickbooks ProAdvisor certification required
• Extensive corporate and personal tax experience
• Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft Office and databases
• Expertise working with Quickbooks and financial statements
• Consistent, accurate, and thorough with an eye for details
• Exceptional organizational skills and aptitude for numbers
• Outstanding communication skills, written and verbal
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding phone and email etiquette
• Able to thrive in a deadline-driven environment
• Able to motivate the team and lead by example.

Application Closing Date
24th February, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.