Senior Audit Associate

Responsibilities:Start and take financial advisory assignments (forensic accounting investigation, Due Diligence) to a logical conclusion with minimal supervisionStart and take audit assignments to logical conclusions with supervision.Demonstrate basic awareness of prevailing accounting standards, as well as accounting disclosure requirements for the captions, worked onPrepare audited financial statements for medium/large companies with minimal supervision.Prepare and put together simple audit working papers and schedules with minimal supervision (expenses, cash, and bank, property, plant and equipment etc.)Prepare and file tax returns (Companies Income Tax, Value Added Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Personal Income Tax and Withholding Tax, amongst others) alongside computations and supporting documents.Respond to queries from taxation regulatory authorities, including Federal Inland and State Internal Revenue ServiceManage Withholding Tax ("WHT") matters for Clients, including WHT credit note recovery;Must be ready to attend to tax issues, reconciliations with relevant authorities, and get tax certificates for clients.Ensure the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of records and procedures; andEnsure compliance with the various tax policies and regulations.Requirements:First degree in Accounting, Finance or a related fieldProfessional Qualification is required i.e. ACCA/ACA/CPA Minimum of Three(3) years cognate experienceAudit, Accounting and Tax experience from Audit/Tax Consulting firm is an added advantageBe proactiveHave problem solving & analytical skillsHave excellent knowledge and use of Microsoft Office suites, particularly Excel and accounting software such as Sage etc.Have excellent communication and Interpersonal skills