Tax & Audit Officer at Petrogap Oil and Gas Limited

Petrogap Oil and Gas Limited was incorporated as a response to the emerging trends in the dynamic Oil & Gas industry.

Our Management Team is a combination of professionals with competencies that cut across various industries and have exemplified themselves in their fields of endeavor. They also bring with them a comprehensive and excellent repertoire of experience derived from many years of operations and management in different sectors of the economy in which they have been engaged.

As a company with foresight, we have progressively developed our competencies and positioned ourselves in the industry, by developing strategic relationships with major partners all over the globe. Therefore, we are well positioned to take significant strides in the industry and be the service provider of choice to our clientele.

We are also a wholly indigenous company and registered player in the Upstream, Midstream and Downstream sectors of the Oil & Gas industry.

As an organization certified by the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) for ISO 9001; 2008, our objective is not to merely satisfy the needs of our clients, but to exceed their expectations as well by providing quality services that meet global standards at a competitive price.

VISION
To set the pace for providing innovative and exceptional services to our clientele, with the objective of being the service provider of choice to every player in the Oil & Gas Industry.

MISSION
To provide uncompromised quality, affordable products and innovative services to all our clients, with due emphasis on the specifications of our clients and the standards of regulatory bodies.

VALUES
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Effective and Efficient Service Delivery
• Mutual Respect
• Drive Shareholders Value
• Quality and Environmental SustainabilityJob Summary

The Tax and Audit Officer will be responsible for all tax planning, compliance, and audit functions of the organization.
The role ensures full compliance with statutory regulations, coordinates external and internal audits, manages tax risks, and advises management on tax strategies to improve financial efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Management:

Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all tax returns (CIT, VAT, PAYE, WHT, etc.).
Develop tax planning strategies to optimize tax liabilities within legal bounds.
Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the company’s operations.
Liaise with tax authorities and external tax consultants to resolve tax issues or audits.
Maintain proper documentation of all tax transactions and correspondence.

Audit Oversight:

Plan and coordinate internal and external audit processes.
Liaise with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of statutory audits.
Review and assess internal controls and recommend improvements.
Investigate audit findings and implement corrective actions.
Prepare and present audit reports to senior management.

Compliance and Risk Management:

Ensure compliance with all applicable local and international financial regulations.
Identify and assess areas of financial risk and recommend mitigating measures.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry and regulatory developments.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, ICAN) is required.
2–4 years’ experience in tax and audit.
Experience in the oil & gas or manufacturing industry is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

In-depth knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulations.
Strong understanding of audit standards and procedures.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
High level of integrity and attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in accounting and ERP software (e.g., SAP, Sage, QuickBooks).

Benefits

Salary – Negotiable (based on years of experience)
Performance bonuses
HMO.