Property Accountant

Job title : Property Accountant

Job Purpose

• The Accounts & Tax Manager is responsible for ensuring accurate accounting records, timely management reporting, and full tax compliance across JHP/MRDS operations.
• The role ensures all financial transactions are properly captured, reviewed, and reported in line with accounting standards and regulatory requirements while maintaining strong internal controls and supporting management decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
Accounts Responsibilities:

• Ensure all JHP/MRDS operational transactions are properly documented, raised, and accurately captured in the accounting system.
• Conduct regular reviews of all accounts to confirm accuracy, completeness, and consistency with supporting schedules and reconciliations.
• Prepare and manage monthly management accounts, financial schedules, commentaries, Board reports, audited financial statements, and statutory reports.
• Coordinate the preparation, review, and revision of annual budgets and forecasts in line with operational performance.
• Review and approve financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies and controls.
• Oversee timely processing and review of daily payments and financial postings.
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and supervision of accounting staff to improve competence and efficiency.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by management.

Tax Responsibilities:

• Compute all applicable taxes including PAYE, WHT, VAT, CIT, CGT, DT, ITF, capital allowances, and related accruals in line with statutory requirements.
• Ensure timely filing and payment of all tax obligations to relevant authorities to avoid penalties and compliance breaches.
• Manage tax audits, queries, and engagements with tax authorities to resolve issues effectively.
• Review tax ledger accounts regularly to ensure accuracy and proper reconciliation.
• Maintain proper documentation of tax records, correspondences, and CAPEX invoices for audit and regulatory purposes.
• Ensure timely processing of tax clearance certificates and related documentation.
• Prepare and file transfer pricing documentation in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and ensure continuous compliance across operations.
• Train and guide finance staff on tax processes, compliance, and reporting standards.
• Perform any other tax-related duties as may be assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related disciplines
• ICAN certification is mandatory.
• 3 - 5 years relevant experience in accounting and taxation within a structured corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting standards, and Nigerian tax laws.
• Experience in management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and tax compliance.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.