TAX & AUDIT OFFICER AT PETROGAP OIL AND GAS LIMITED | TAX & AUDIT OFFICER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Petrogap Oil and Gas Limited was incorporated as a response to the emerging trends in the dynamic Oil & Gas industry. We are a wholly indigenous company and registered player in the Upstream, Midstream and Downstream sectors of the Oil & Gas industry.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-precision, detail-oriented Tax & Audit Accountant to safeguard our financial integrity and ensure 100% regulatory compliance. In the complex landscape of oil servicing, managing tax liabilities is not just about filing; it’s about strategic planning and rigorous process optimization.

As our Tax lead, you will be the primary liaison with tax authorities (FIRS/LIRS), managing everything from VAT and CIT to complex WHT reconciliations and industry-specific tax audits. If you are a certified professional (ICAN/ACCA) with a deep understanding of Nigerian tax laws and a passion for financial accuracy, this is your opportunity to lead a critical finance function.

Requirements:

1. End-to-End Tax Compliance & Filing

• Statutory Returns: Lead the accurate preparation, review, and timely filing of all monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns, including Company Income Tax (CIT), Value Added Tax (VAT), Withholding Tax (WHT), and PAYE.

• Regulatory Stewardship: Monitor evolving Nigerian tax laws and FIRS/LIRS guidelines to ensure the organization remains ahead of regulatory changes and avoids penalties.

• Financial Reporting: Integrate tax entries into monthly financial statements, ensuring that all tax provisions and liabilities are accurately reflected in line with IFRS.

2. Audit Management & Liaison

• Audit Defense: Serve as the principal point of contact for external tax auditors and government investigators, managing the end-to-end reconciliation process.

• Investigation Management: Lead the preparation of evidence files and documentation for tax audits, ensuring all claims and deductions are fully defensible.

• Record Integrity: Maintain a "gold-standard" digital and physical filing system for all tax records, certificates, and correspondence.

3. Strategic Tax Planning & Advisory

• Liability Optimization: Advise senior management on legal tax planning strategies and capital allowance claims to minimize liabilities within the framework of Nigerian law.

• Process Automation: Utilize accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, or QuickBooks) to automate tax computations and improve reporting efficiency.

• Risk Assessment: Conduct periodic internal tax health checks to identify potential exposure areas before they become audit issues.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Minimum of a 2:2 Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Certification: Mandatory ICAN or ACCA certification (Full membership).

• Experience: 2–3 years of demonstrable experience as a Tax and Audit Accountant. Experience within the Oil Servicing or Energy sector is highly preferred.

• Technical IQ: Strong proficiency in Sage, SAP, or QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills for complex reconciliations.

Core Competencies

• Legal Mastery: Deep, up-to-date knowledge of the Finance Act and Nigerian tax processes (FIRS/LIRS).

• Analytical Grit: Ability to identify discrepancies in large datasets and reconcile complex WHT credit notes.

• Communication: Exceptional ability to negotiate and communicate effectively with tax officials and internal stakeholders.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talentconnect.ng@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.