Associate - Audit & Assurance Services at Mazars Nigeria

Mazars Nigeria (formerly called Ojike and Partners), has been in existence for over 40 years. Established indigenously in June 1975, our growth has been continuous and disruptive, with steady guidance from professional and discerning leaders who are committed to building a sustainable brand legacy.

We are an internationally integrated and independent organisation, specialising in audit and assurance, accountancy, advisory, tax, and legal services. We assist clients of all sizes, from SMEs to mid-caps and global conglomerates as well as start-ups and public bodies at every stage of their development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Associate - Audit & Assurance Services

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, coach and evaluate engagement teams on financial audits applying the ISAs
• Preparation and first level review of IFRS financial statements.
• Serve as effective liaison and representative between the firm and the client.
• Solve all complex auditing issues within the framed time
• Proactively interact with key client’s management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
• Provide updates on status of audit engagements.
• Demonstrate professional demeanor towards duties and responsibilities, particularly with regard to independence, professional ethics, and the exercise of professional judgment.

Requirements, Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

• Minimum of Second Class Upper in Accounting, Economics or Finance discipline
• ACA / ACCA qualification
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience
• Have deep technical knowledge and understanding of the application of relevant International Financial Reporting Standards
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Effective communication skills
• Ability and maturity to resolve conflicts on engagements
• Good analytical and organisational abilities
• Possess the ability and maturity to resolve conflicts on engagements
• A demonstrated ability to take responsibility, work autonomously and use initiative, especially when working to tight deadlines
• Ability to perform and deliver on multiple commitments concurrently with ease and professionalism.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.