Head of Finance & Accounts / Audit & Tax Consultant at Opass Limited

Opass Limited - Our client, a multi-solution consulting firm with a passion for quality, honesty and excellence, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Finance & Accounts / Audit & Tax Consultant

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Reporting To: Managing Director

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, including general ledgers, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.
• Prepare financial reports, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other financial reports as required.
• Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts, and monitor budget performance regularly.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and handle all tax-related matters, including filing tax returns and liaising with tax authorities.
• Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Provide financial insights and recommendations to management.
• Collaborate with external auditors during financial audits and implement effective internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries, benefits, and statutory deductions.
• Utilise accounting software to maintain financial records and streamline financial processes.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting regulations and standards, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial information and provide support and guidance regarding financial matters.
• Support in tax planning and compliance with all relevant tax legislations and procedures, resolution of all tax issues resulting from tax audits.
• Proactive analysis and management of Company’s tax liabilities including all federal and state taxes.
• Keep abreast of financial risk within Company’s treasury portfolio and explore financial instruments that may be utilised to mitigate risk.
• Overseeing business insurance plans and coverage analysis, and maintenance of inventory of all fixed assets.
• Plan and coordinate audit process.
• Ensure completeness of audit working paper/file.
• Review team members’ work for accuracy and compliance.
• Perform effective risk and control assessments.
• Present audit findings and find ways to increase compliance and efficiency.
• Preparation of Management letter.
• Handle client’s tax engagement portfolios and assignments.
• Provide tax advice to clients and help with their tax compliance and tax planning.
• Review and prepare corporate tax returns and computations.
• Handle compliance and consulting services to corporate and individual clients.
• Identify complex tax issues and provide tax scrutiny for a variety of entities and their affiliates.
• Research and analyse wide range of tax issues related to business transactions and tax.
• Manage, supervise and provide guidance to employees within the Finance and Accounting Department.

Requirement and Skills

• A good First Degree in Accounting, Finance and Economics with professional qualification (ACA/CPA/ACCA); master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 4 years post qualification experience.
• Proven experience as an auditor/tax consultant/accountant in reputable audit and tax advisory firm.
• Hands-on knowledge on the use of TaxPro Max.
• In-depth understanding of auditing and control practices.
• Knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and latest federal and state tax laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office (especially Excel)
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Good communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Analytical mind and attention to detail.
• Inquisitive with a desire to probe further into data.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Organisational and leadership abilities.
• Integrity and ethical behaviour in handling sensitive financial information.
• Must not be more than 35 years.

Application Closing Date
20th October 2023.