Mid-Level Financial Accountant
- Full-time
Company Description
Our Client is an indigenous oil & gas servicing company providing a vast range of services ranging from marine support operations, maritime security, vessel chartering, and marine consultancy. They seek to hire a Financial Accountant who shall be responsible for running the accounting and financial activities of an organization.
Job Description
- Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Mid-level Financial Accountant to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, preparing accurate reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role requires strong analytical skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to thrive under pressure while managing multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Gather and monitor financial data (e.g., sales revenues, liabilities, and expenses).
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
Forecast costs and revenues to support decision-making.
Manage tax payments in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Organize and coordinate internal audits.
Prepare and monitor budgets at both departmental and company-wide levels.
Investigate, monitor, and report on accounting discrepancies.
Conduct detailed risk analyses to assess potential investments.
Analyze financial trends and provide insights to management.
Perform month-end and year-end close processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (MBA preferred).
Professional certification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (mandatory).
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting or finance, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
Strong knowledge and application of IFRS.
Key Skills
Reconciliations and transactions review.
Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Fixed assets management and cash flow reporting.
Banking relations and treasury oversight.
Management of monthly book close processes within deadlines.
Periodic control reviews and risk analysis.
Revaluation of foreign currency-denominated balances.
Strong operations and commercial literacy.
Highly detail- and process-oriented.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
Self-starter with strong urgency and follow-up abilities.
Kindly note that candidates MUST reside in Lagos.
Additional Information
The remuneration is competitive along with other benefits.
The Deadline for submission is October 6, 2025. Interviews are on a rolling basis to this date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Further assessments will be required.