Accountant
- Full-time
Company Description
Our client is a fast-growing energy infrastructure and services company operating across the oil, gas, and power value chain. Their focus is on strategic partnerships, gas commercialization, and high-impact infrastructure that advance Nigeria’s energy security agenda. They work closely with key national stakeholders, including NNPC Limited, its subsidiaries (NGML, NNPCL E&P, NMDPRA, etc.), and leading IOCs to unlock sustainable value across the sector.
The Accountant will play a central role in maintaining the company’s financial integrity through accurate accounting, efficient financial control, and timely reporting. The ideal candidate will have a solid grasp of project accounting in the oil and gas or infrastructure sectors and be capable of managing financial operations for multi-stakeholder, multi-currency projects.
This role requires a detail-oriented, disciplined, and trustworthy professional who combines technical accounting competence with strategic business awareness.
Job Description
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Maintain accurate general ledger and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with FIRS and company standards.
- Oversee all accounts payable, receivable, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
- Track project revenues, expenses, and cost allocations across business units and SPVs.
- Prepare management accounts, variance analyses, and financial performance reports.
Budgeting & Cost Control
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes for projects and corporate operations.
- Monitor actual vs. budget expenditures and flag variances to management.
- Maintain cost control systems for EPC, procurement, and project financing activities.
Compliance & Audit
- Ensure timely filing of tax returns (CIT, VAT, WHT, PAYE) and compliance with FIRS and state tax authorities.
- Liaise with external auditors, banks, regulators, and partners to ensure smooth audits and due diligence processes.
- Maintain complete and organized financial documentation and audit trails.
Treasury & Cashflow Management
- Manage cashflow forecasts and ensure optimal liquidity for project execution.
- Oversee bank transactions, fund transfers, and reconciliation of multi-currency accounts.
- Support financial structuring for projects, including debt/equity inflows, project disbursements, and partner settlements.
Internal Controls & Systems
- Implement and maintain internal financial controls and accounting systems.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and best practices.
- Support ERP or accounting software optimization (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or SAP).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
- ICAN or ACCA certification (mandatory)
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in accounting, preferably within oil & gas, EPC, or infrastructure sectors
- Solid knowledge of FIRS, Nigerian tax laws, and project accounting
- Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or SAP) and advanced Excel skills
- Experience handling multi-entity or SPV accounting preferred
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Key Competencies:
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Integrity and confidentiality in handling financial data
- Organized, reliable, and proactive under tight deadlines
- Good communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams
Additional Information
Competitive salary package, performance incentives, and professional development support.
Reporting Line:
Reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or Managing Director
The Deadline for submission is November 13, 2025. Interviews are on a rolling basis to this date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Further assessments will be required.