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Tax Accountant At Deloitte

Deloitte·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
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Job Description

  • We are looking for an exceptional Tax Accountant to join our Finance Team.

Summary of Responsibility

  • Manage withholding tax collection, reporting, and reconciliation activities; support statutory tax compliance, including VAT, PAYE, and vendor withholding tax obligations; maintain accurate tax records and client accounts; liaise with clients and tax authorities; and provide administrative and compliance support to the Tax Compliance Manager to ensure timely and effective tax compliance across the firm.

Responsibilities

  • Client With-holding Tax collection, management and reporting.
  • Management of monthly PAYE, VAT, and other statutory tax computations and remittances.
  • Application of cash collection, WHT receipts and credit notes to receivable balances, and engagement with business managers & partner on WHT debtor collection.
  • Administration of staff tax matters, including Tax Clearance Certificate (TCC) applications and renewals.
  • Prepare tax reconciliations and support balance sheet account reviews and month-end reporting.
  • Support responses to tax authority enquiries, audits, investigations, and regulatory reviews.
  • Support process improvement initiatives and tax compliance projects within the Finance function
  • Perform other tax and compliance-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Possess a Bachelor's Degree (B.Sc.) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting or related discipline with a minimum of Second Class Lower / Lower Credit Division.
  • Have a minimum of five credits in WASSCE Ordinary Level / NECO subjects or acceptable equivalent examination, including Mathematics and English Language in one sitting only.
  • Fully qualified member of ICAN, ACCA or CITN.
  • 2-3 years of relevant experience in taxation, accounting, finance, or regulatory compliance.
  • Good knowledge of the Nigeria Tax laws.
  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office tools (advanced excel).
  • Experience using ERP systems and tax compliance software is an advantage.
  • Good communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

Deloitte

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

August 26, 2026

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