Audit and Tax Manager at Elvaridah

Role Overview

• The Audit & Tax Officer will support the execution of audit assignments, tax compliance activities, and financial reporting tasks. The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years’ experience in audit, taxation, accounting, or internal controls, gained either in an accounting firm or within the finance/audit department of a corporate organisation. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of IFRS and Nigerian tax laws.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Support

• Assist in planning and executing statutory and internal audits.
• Prepare audit working papers and ensure proper documentation.
• Perform substantive testing, control testing, and analytical procedures.
• Identify audit issues and draft preliminary audit findings.
• Support the preparation of audited financial statements.

Tax Compliance

• Prepare tax computations (CIT, VAT, WHT, PAYE, etc.).
• Assist with timely filing of statutory taxes.
• Maintain accurate tax records and documentation.
• Support in responding to FIRS/LIRS queries and tax audits.
• Research tax legislation and provide updates to the team.

Financial Reporting

• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Support monthly and annual closing processes.
• Help in analysing financial data and identifying discrepancies.

Internal Controls & Advisory

• Evaluate business processes and recommend control improvements.
• Participate in risk assessments and process reviews.
• Support client or internal stakeholder engagements as assigned.

Team & Client Support

• Work collaboratively with audit and tax teams to meet deadlines.
• Maintain positive communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and technical documentation.

RequirementsEducation & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• ICAN certification is mandatory (or in final stages).
• CITN/ACCA is an added advantage.

Experience

• 3–5 years’ experience in audit, tax, accounting, or internal controls (experience may be from audit firms or corporate organizations).
• Strong understanding of IFRS and Nigerian tax regulations.
• Experience preparing financial statements and tax computations.