About this role
The role is for a Chartered Accountant to lead audit engagements from planning to completion in a fully Nigerian-owned professional accounting firm based in Lagos. The firm provides accounting, audit, tax and advisory services and operates under ICAN and CITN. The position targets candidates with relevant audit experience who can manage multiple engagements and lead audit teams. The job requires strong knowledge of IFRS, ISA, Nigerian regulatory and tax requirements, and solid report-writing and communication skills. The role is full-time and located in Ogba, Lagos.
What you would do
- Manage audit engagements from planning through completion
- Lead audit teams and supervise staff on engagements
- Ensure compliance with auditing, accounting and regulatory standards
- Prepare and review audit reports and working papers
- Coordinate with clients and internal stakeholders
- Monitor engagement timelines and deliverables
- Assess risk and implement audit procedures
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IFRS, ISA and Nigerian regulations
- Utilise accounting and audit software and Excel for analyses
- Support firm objectives and provide client-focused services
What they are asking for
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- 2–5 years of relevant audit experience
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, ISA and Nigerian tax/regulatory requirements
- Experience managing multiple audit engagements and leading audit teams
- Excellent analytical, communication and report-writing skills
- Proficiency with accounting and audit software and Excel
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and prioritise
- Strong leadership, interpersonal and client-management skills
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