Equity Circle is a forward-thinking real estate company committed to providing affordable, secure, and high-value property solutions. We specialize in property sales, land development, and real estate investment advisory, helping individuals and businesses make profitable property decisions with confidence and ease.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance and Compliance Analyst

Location: Lekki, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Work mode: Three days onsite and two days offsite

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Finance & Compliance Analyst to support the CFO in delivering timely, accurate financial reports and ensuring full compliance with tax, regulatory, and statutory obligations.
• This role is critical to strengthening our internal reporting, improving decision-making, and maintaining the company’s financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports including P&L, cash flow, and performance dashboards.
• Analyze budget vs. actual results and highlight key variances.
• Support the CFO in preparing investor or board reporting packs.
• Maintain and update financial models for decision support.

Tax Management:

• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all taxes (PAYE, VAT, WHT, Company Income Tax, etc.).
• Liaise with FIRS and LIRS on tax matters and maintain proper documentation for audits.
• Keep the company updated on changes in tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Generate and file annual tax returns and ensure all remittances are properly recorded.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Coordinate the filing of annual returns with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
• Ensure the company’s business permits, licenses, and certifications are up to date.
• Monitor and maintain compliance calendars to ensure no deadline is missed.

Documentation & Internal Controls:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive digital and physical filing system for all financial and statutory documents.
• Ensure all transactions have valid documentation and support audit readiness.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for financing, investor due diligence, and regulatory reviews.

Qualifications & Skills

• B.Sc or HND qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 2 - 3 years of relevant experience in financial reporting, taxation, and compliance.
• Strong working knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulatory environment.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero is a strong advantage) and Microsoft Excel.
• ICAN or ACCA certification (or in view) is an added advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to work independently.

Salary

N200,000 - N250,000 monthly net pay.

Application Closing Date

31st July, 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and application to: hr@equitycircle.co and cc: finance@equitycircle.co using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Interested and qualified candidates must reside on the Island or its environ.
• Equity Circle operate an hybrid work system.