Deputy Chief Accountant
Deputy Chief Accountant
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JOB TITLE: Deputy Chief Accountant
LOCATION: Ikeja Lagos State
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Fulltime Onsite
SALARY BUDGET: 700000 900000 Monthly Net (Open for negotiation based on experience)
EXPERIENCE LENGTH: At least 5 years
SUMMARY
We are currently seeking an experienced and thorough Deputy Chief Accountant to join our rapidly growing firm.
In this role you will demonstrate your management skills and accounting expertise in a variety of personal and corporate accounting practices including overseeing payroll and taxes.
You must be highly accurate and efficient utilizing your vast knowledge of the current tax code upholding our standard of exceptional customer service and above all else ensuring that consistent accurate accounting services are provided to our clients daily. Responsibilities:
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and oversee the entire accounting team.
- Conduct all necessary training to keep the teams skills and knowledge up to date.
- See that tax interviews are conducted properly with clients.
- Ensure that all necessary documents are requested collected and compiled.
- Review corporate and personal income tax returns to ensure accuracy.
- Advise business owners and individuals regarding the tax code.
- Oversee the processing of state and federal payroll taxes.
- Maintain current and garner new client relationships.
- Monitor and mentor/train junior staff clerks and bookkeepers.
- Detect and address potential compliance issues proactively.
- Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations at all times.
- Uphold the excellent reputation of our firm.
- Maintain constant communication with the IRS state agencies and our clients.
- See that tax consults and onboarding procedures are in place for new clients.
- Maintain highly organized and updated client files.
- Work collaboratively with other teams to achieve shared goals.
- Report directly to the operations manager.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in accounting.
- Must possess a certification in FCA license in good standing.
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification required.
- The preferred candidate must not be more than 45 years old and must be male.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in management up to audit manager or assistant audit manager in any of the international accounting firms or reputable national accounting firms.
- Ability to supervise an account department of more than 10 chartered accountants.
- Headship of the final accounting and reporting department of a reputable and wellknown company.
- Extensive corporate and personal tax experience.
- Must be conversant with IFRS IAS.
- Ability to supervise an account department of more than 10 chartered accountants amongst others.
- Exceptional computer skills including Microsoft Office and databases.
- Expertise working with QuickBooks and financial statements.
- Consistent accurate and thorough with an eye for detail.
- Exceptional organizational skills and aptitude for numbers.
- Outstanding communication skills written and verbal.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Outstanding phone and email etiquette.
- Able to thrive in a deadlinedriven environment.
- Able to motivate the team and lead by example.
Benefits
- 700000 900000 Monthly Net (Open for negotiation based on experience).
- Other Benefits: Statutory benefits are covered 13th month leave allowance bonuses etc.
Employment Type
Full Time
