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Accounting Retainer Agreement
"I need an Accounting Retainer Agreement for my tech startup in Lagos, Nigeria, covering monthly bookkeeping, tax compliance, and quarterly financial reporting services, with a focus on data protection and confidentiality provisions as we handle sensitive client information."
1. Parties: Identifies the accounting firm and the client, including their full legal names, addresses, and registration details
2. Background: Explains the context of the agreement, including the client's need for accounting services and the firm's qualifications
3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement for clarity and legal certainty
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of the accounting services to be provided, including regular bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, etc.
5. Term and Termination: Specifies the duration of the agreement and conditions for termination by either party
6. Fees and Payment Terms: Details the retainer amount, payment schedule, additional charges, and payment methods
7. Professional Standards: Outlines the professional standards and regulations the firm will adhere to, including ICAN requirements
8. Confidentiality: Establishes obligations regarding confidential information and compliance with NDPR
9. Client Responsibilities: Specifies the client's obligations, including providing accurate information and timely responses
10. Limitations of Liability: Defines the extent and limitations of the firm's liability for services provided
11. Force Majeure: Addresses circumstances beyond parties' control that may affect service delivery
12. Governing Law: Specifies that Nigerian law governs the agreement and jurisdiction for dispute resolution
1. Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Required when services involve financial transactions exceeding certain thresholds or high-risk activities
2. Third-Party Service Providers: Include when the firm may need to engage other professionals or services
3. Intellectual Property Rights: Required when services involve creation of custom accounting software, templates, or methodologies
4. Data Protection and Storage: Detailed section needed when handling significant personal or sensitive data
5. International Services: Include when client has international operations or requires cross-border services
6. Insurance Coverage: Detailed insurance terms needed for high-value engagements or high-risk services
7. Staff Assignment: Include when specific personnel are key to service delivery or when team composition is important to the client
1. Schedule A - Detailed Service Description: Comprehensive list and description of all accounting services covered under the retainer
2. Schedule B - Fee Structure: Detailed breakdown of fees, including hourly rates, retainer calculations, and additional service charges
3. Schedule C - Service Level Agreement: Specific performance metrics, response times, and service standards
4. Schedule D - Reporting Requirements: Details of required reports, their frequency, and format
5. Appendix 1 - Key Personnel: List of key team members and their qualifications assigned to the client
6. Appendix 2 - Compliance Requirements: Specific regulatory and professional standards applicable to the engagement
7. Appendix 3 - Document Retention Policy: Details of how and for how long different types of documents will be retained
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Treasury
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Finance Director
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Finance Manager
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Internal Audit Manager
Treasury Manager
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