Accountant

About this role

The role is for an Accountant at GVA Partners in Lagos, responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing statements, managing statutory compliance, budgeting and supporting audits. It targets candidates with a solid accounting background and Nigerian tax knowledge who can work with cross-functional teams.

What you would do

• Maintain accurate books of accounts and record financial transactions
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage statutory obligations and ensure timely remittance of deductions
• Prepare tax computations and support tax planning initiatives
• Prepare, monitor, and analyse budgets and cash flow planning
• Coordinate audits and liaise with auditors and regulatory bodies

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• ICAN or ACCA certification mandatory
• 4 to 7 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and statutory compliance
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting external audits
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Odoo, MS Dynamics)

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