Maire Tecnimont Group – Our subsidiary, Met T&S, is a company operating in various commercial businesses and supplying superior procurement, commissioning, management and maintenance services in the Oil & Gas, Chemical and Petrochemical sectors worldwide. Met T&S also plays a key role in helping to compete successfully in distant and highly-competitive markets by providing a wide range of trading services, supplying chemicals and raw materials, developing exclusive distribution agreements with multinationals, strengthening its presence in historical markets, expanding in markets with downstream growth prospects, and pursuing new opportunities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Junior Tax Accountant

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months Renewable

Job Summary / Role description

• A Junior Tax Accountant is assisting for preparing federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• The role involves assisting with tax planning and research to minimize tax liabilities,

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.
• Assist with tax planning and research to minimize tax liabilities.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and laws.
• Collaborate with the financial team to streamline accounting functions and operations.
• Provide support during internal and external audits.
• Conduct research on tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
• Assist senior accountants in the preparation of monthly/yearly closings.
• Update financial data in databases to ensure accuracy and availability.
• Support audit and tax professionals during audits and examinations.
• Maintain accurate financial records by recording transactions and updating financial. statements.
• Perform financial analysis to support decision-making processes.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.

Experience:

• 2 – 5 years of experience in Tax accounting
• Previous experience in big 4 is preferable.
• Previous experience in Construction is preferable.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting standards, financial reporting & tax regulations.
• Good proficiency in Italian language is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, particularly SAP, is preferable.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Multitasking,
• Proactive attitude
• Good team player
• Problem solving skills
• Attention to details,
• Effective time management.

Special Requirements and Comments:

• The candidates should have the legal right to Work in Nigeria.

Salary
Negotiable Salary package with benefits.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.