FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT AT WANKAI INNOVATIVE MATERIALS LIMITED | FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT JOBS IN LAGOS & OGUN

About Company:

Wankai Innovative Materials Ltd. engages in the research, development, production, and sale of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) materials in Nigeria. The company offers bottle-grade PET chips used in the production of bottle packaging containers, such as water bottles, beverage bottles, edible oil bottles, and cosmetic bottles, etc.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Financial Accountant with a specialized focus on Nigerian taxation to manage our financial compliance and tax portfolio. In this role, you will be the internal subject matter expert, bridging general accounting functions with comprehensive tax planning and regulatory adherence. The ideal candidate has a strong background in finance and possesses the expertise to provide proactive, sound advice on all tax-related matters, ensuring the company’s financial integrity and full compliance with Federal and State laws.

Requirements:

• Nigerian Tax Compliance: Own the company’s end-to-end tax lifecycle. This includes the calculation, deduction, and timely remittance of VAT, WHT, PAYE, CIT, and EDT, ensuring zero penalties for late or incorrect filings.

• Strategic Tax Advising: Provide expert internal consultation to management on complex tax matters, new legislation (such as updates to the Finance Act), and the tax implications of proposed business transactions or contracts.

• Audit Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits (regulatory bodies and independent firms). Coordinate all tax audits, defend the company's tax positions, and resolve issues promptly.

• Financial Accounting & Reconciliation: Perform month-end financial close activities, general ledger reconciliations, and comprehensive financial statement analysis, ensuring tax accounts are accurately stated.

• Regulatory Updates: Stay current on all changes to Nigerian tax laws and accounting standards (IFRS), and proactively implement required process changes.

• Asset Management: Oversee the fixed asset register and compute accurate deferred tax assets/liabilities.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (BSc) or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.

• Experience: A minimum of 6–8 years of core accounting and specialized tax experience.

• Technical Expertise: * Deep understanding and practical experience with Nigerian Federal and State tax laws and statutory regulations.

  • Familiarity with the Finance Act and recent regulatory updates.

  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or an ERP system) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Attributes: High level of professional integrity, attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently in a high-stakes environment.

• Desired (Advantageous): Possession of a professional accounting or tax certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CITN).

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: wankaiinnovativematerial@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.