Job Description
Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Tax Accountant Responsibilities:
- Prepare tax returns, payments, necessary paperwork, and reports
- Assess and research difficult tax issues to identify solutions
- Manage and maintain the company's tax database
- Determine tax savings and recommend strategies to improve profits
- Ensure you comply with regulations by forwarding required information to federal, state, and local authorities
- Offer support and guidance during audits
- Evaluate tax regulations and suggest policies that diminish tax burden
- Keep track of industry trends and changes related to taxes
- Prepare accurate quarterly and annual tax reports
Tax Accountant Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or relevant field
- Minimum of 1-3 years post experience as a tax accountant or similar role
- Good understanding of MS Office and accounting software
- In-depth knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping processes
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills