Tax Accountant Lagos

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW Yingke Africa Consultancy Limited and Yingke Law is actively recruiting for a Tax Accountant position in Lagos. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Finance / Accounting / Audit sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 2 - 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Finance / Accounting / Audit • Location Preference: in Lagos

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA Financial professionals like Tax Accountant are vital for organizational stability, compliance with Nigerian regulations, and economic development. This role offers the opportunity to impact business strategy and financial health.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS At the 2-3 year mark in Finance / Accounting / Audit, you can leverage your foundational knowledge to take on more complex responsibilities and leadership opportunities in Nigeria's competitive environment.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE When applying for this Tax Accountant position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 2 - 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Finance / Accounting / Audit field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT The Finance / Accounting / Audit sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Yingke Africa Consultancy Limited is committed to excellence in providing top-notch business consultancy services. With a focus on integrity and client satisfaction, we strive to build enduring partnerships and deliver exceptional results. We offer commendable professional services backed by a rich cultural background of both local and foreign expertise. Our dedication to upholding the highest standards of professionalism sets us apart as a trusted advisor in the business domain. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Tax Accountant

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

The Tax Accountant position at Yingke Africa Consultancy Limited in Victoria Island, Lagos, is a specialized mid-level role for an accounting professional with 2–3 years of hands-on corporate tax experience. Because Yingke is a global advisory network heavily engaged with cross-border investments, foreign corporate clients, and domestic businesses, this role demands technical competency in local statutory tax rules combined with an understanding of international corporate structures.

Prepare Tax Computations: Prepare accurate tax computations and schedules for applicable taxes in line with relevant Nigerian tax laws and regulations. Manage Tax Compliance: Support the timely preparation, filing, and payment of statutory tax returns and obligations. Review Tax Treatment: Review financial transactions and accounting records to ensure appropriate tax treatment and identify potential tax compliance issues. Tax Reconciliation & Journals: Prepare tax-related journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules, and investigate discrepancies where necessary. Maintain Tax Records: Maintain accurate and up-to-date tax records, documentation, and supporting schedules for regulatory and internal purposes. Support Tax Audits & Queries: Assist with tax audits, reviews, and queries from relevant tax authorities and other stakeholders. Monitor Regulatory Changes: Keep up to date with relevant changes in Nigerian tax laws and regulations and support the implementation of necessary changes.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any related field. Experience: 2–3 years' relevant experience in tax accounting, tax compliance, or a related accounting role. Professional Qualification: ICAN, ACCA, CITN, or other relevant professional qualification is an added advantage. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and accounting software. Tax Knowledge: Good knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, statutory tax requirements, tax computations, filings, and reconciliations. Accounting Knowledge: Good understanding of accounting principles, financial records, journal entries, and reconciliations. Communication: Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nigeria Tax Framework: Deep familiarity with local corporate income tax, VAT, withholding tax (WHT), PAYE, capital gains tax, and tax portal procedures (TaxPro-Max / NRS). Cross-Border & Advisory Tax: Understanding Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs), transfer pricing principles, foreign exchange tax rules, and localizing tax obligations for foreign investors entering Nigeria. Reconciliation & Reporting: Capability to handle tax accounting journal entries, IFRS-to-tax profit reconciliations, and schedule preparation for regulatory filings and annual tax returns. Audit & Defense Preparedness: Practical knowledge of building audit trails, pulling supporting documentation, and handling queries from the Federal Revenue Authority (Nigeria Revenue Service) and state boards (e.g., LIRS).

31st December, 2026  How to Apply

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