Wells Accounting and Tax Services Recruitment 2026: Senior Accountant, Tax Accountant, Etc. Jobs

Wells Accounting and Tax Services, founded in 2019, is an independent accounting services firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. We provide a range of bookkeeping, payroll, tax, business consulting, and other financial advisory services that empower businesses to scale, through data-driven decision-making. Leveraging more than a decade’s worth of diverse industry knowledge plus a team of dedicated professionals, we help you to stay financially organised so that your business remains in business. At Wells Accounting and Tax Services, we create and implement well-tailored accounting solutions that suit the unique needs of your business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an analytical and highly experienced Senior Accountant to lead client engagements and manage corporate financial portfolios at Wells Accounting & Tax Services Ltd.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing complex financial transactions, preparing enterprise management reports, ensuring statutory and tax compliance, and mentoring junior accounting staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Review general ledgers, financial statements, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure compliance with IFRS.
• Oversee the end-to-end month-end and year-end financial closing processes for enterprise clients.
• Manage fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and inventory tracking systems.
• Coordinate directly with Tax and Audit departments to prepare documentation for statutory audits and corporate tax filings.
• Analyze financial data to generate monthly management reports, variance analyses, and cash flow forecasts.
• Present financial insights, budgets, and strategic recommendations directly to client management teams.
• Supervise, train, and guide Account Officers, Assistants, and Interns to elevate technical capabilities across the unit.
• Ensure all client accounting processes conform strictly to standard corporate accounting principles and Nigerian tax laws.
• Manage accounts payable/receivable escalations and oversee high-value corporate treasury functions.
• Provide strategic financial advisory and administrative support to management as required.

Role Requirements

• Minimum of 3–4 years’ relevant experience in taxation and accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant, preferably within a professional services, audit, or public accounting firm.
• Mastery of cloud accounting ecosystems (Xero, QuickBooks Online, Sage) and advanced Excel proficiency (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables).
• Sound knowledge of Nigerian accounting practices, financial reporting, and compliance standards.
• Strong communication, presentation, and leadership skills with experience managing small teams.
• High level of technical accuracy, integrity, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills to run multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet strict financial deadlines, and prioritize deliverables.
• Professional accounting certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA) is required.

Salary
N300,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment.wells@gmail.com using “SENIOR ACCOUNTANT ROLE” as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Account Officer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Account Officer to manage day-to-day transactional accounting for our client portfolio.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurate bookkeeping, data entry, accounts payable/receivable. management and bank reconciliations while supporting the senior team in maintaining pristine, audit-ready financial records.

Responsibilities

• Process daily client financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, and payments on cloud accounting platforms.
• Perform routine bank, credit card, and vendor ledger reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.
• Track client accounts receivable to minimize aging balances and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Process accounts payable transactions and prepare vendor payment schedules for approval.
• Assist in preparing primary documentation for VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), PAYE, and pension filings.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready digital and physical accounting records for all assigned clients.
• Post and categorize daily client business expenses within 24–48 hours of source document receipt.
• Support Senior Accountants in gathering information for month-end reports and audit engagements.
• Respond to basic client billing queries and maintain excellent professional communications.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the accounting department as required.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3–4 years’ relevant experience in taxation and accounting.
• Proven experience in foundational bookkeeping or entry-level corporate accounting.
• Foundational proficiency in cloud accounting software (Xero or QuickBooks Online) and Microsoft Excel.
• Basic understanding of standard bookkeeping practices and Nigerian statutory tax deductions.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities.
• High level of integrity, focus, and strict attention to detail to avoid posting errors.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time effectively and hit data-entry targets.
• Ability to work under pressure, learn fast, and handle multiple client files concurrently.
• Active pursuit of professional accounting certifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, ATS) is an added advantage.

Salary
N200,000 – N250,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment.wells@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Tax Accountant

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• The Tax Accountant will be responsible for ensuring tax compliance, statutory filings, payroll administration, tax reconciliations, and providing support during tax audits.

Requirements
Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ACA, certification (or in view) is an added advantage.
• 3–4 years of relevant experience in taxation and accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet statutory deadlines.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws, including CIT, VAT, PAYE, WHT, CGT, and Stamp Duties.
• Excellent tax reconciliation and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of the Nigerian payroll system and statutory deductions (PAYE, Pension, NHF, NSITF, and ITF).
• Hands-on experience filing statutory tax returns through Rev360 and State Internal Revenue Service portals.
• Ability to prepare and respond to tax correspondence, including assessments, audit notices, and demand notices.
• Sound knowledge of Nigerian tax audit procedures and experience supporting tax audits and investigations.

Salary
N250,000 – N280,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment.wells@gmail.com using “Operations and Production Supervisor” as the subject of the email.

Job Title: Executive Assistant

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Mode: Fully Onsite

About the Role

• Our client, a reputable legal practitioner based in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and experienced Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and executive support.
• The ideal candidate must possess excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage confidential information and coordinate multiple priorities efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Principal/Managing Lawyer.
• Manage calendars, appointments, meetings, and travel schedules.
• Prepare, proofread, and manage legal and business correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Maintain confidential records, files, and documentation with a high level of accuracy.
• Screen phone calls, emails, and visitors professionally.
• Liaise with clients, courts, government agencies, and other stakeholders as required.
• Coordinate office operations and ensure smooth day-to-day administrative activities.
• Conduct research and prepare briefing materials when required.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely execution of assigned tasks.
• Perform other executive and administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) from a recognized institution.
• 2 – 4 years’ proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or Administrative Officer supporting senior executives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, planning, and multitasking abilities.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

What We’re Looking For:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Proactive with excellent initiative.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Excellent confidentiality and ethical standards.

Salary
N200,000 Net Monthly

Application Closing Date
30th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment.wells@gmail.com using “Executive Assistant – Lekki Phase 1” as the subject of the email.