Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Abuja

Job summary: Our client an oil and gas company is looking to hire a Chartered Accountant (CA) to their

team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial operations ensuring compliance

with industry regulations and providing strategic financial insights to support the companys growth and

profitability. This role demands a high level of expertise in financial management auditing and

reporting within the oil and gas sector.

teams.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements ensuring accuracy and compliance

with industry standards and regulations.

Develop and manage budgets perform financial forecasting and analyze variances to provide

actionable insights.

Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards. Coordinate internal and external

audits addressing any findings promptly.

Monitor and manage operational costs implementing measures to enhance cost efficiency

without compromising quality.

Conduct detailed financial analysis to support strategic decisionmaking and identify

opportunities for financial improvement. Oversee tax planning and compliance ensuring timely and accurate tax filings.

Prepare and present financial reports to senior management stakeholders and regulatory

bodies.

Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals fostering a culture of continuous

improvement and professional development.

Requirements:

A minimum of HND Or Bsc in Accounting Finance or related field

Must be a qualified Chartered Accountant with membership in a recognized professional

accounting body such as ICAN or ACCA.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management within the oil and gas industry.

Proficiency in financial software and tools with advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP

systems.

Strong understanding of industryspecific financial regulations and compliance requirements.

Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey financial information

clearly and concisely.

Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing and developing finance.

Key Responsibilities: Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards and regulations. Develop and manage budgets, perform financial forecasting, and analyze variances to provide actionable insights. Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards. Coordinate internal and external audits, addressing any findings promptly. Monitor and manage operational costs, implementing measures to enhance cost efficiency without compromising quality. Conduct detailed financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and identify opportunities for financial improvement. Oversee tax planning and compliance, ensuring timely and accurate tax filings. Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies. Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Requirements: A minimum of HND Or Bsc in Accounting, Finance or related field Must be a qualified Chartered Accountant with membership in a recognized professional accounting body such as ICAN or ACCA. Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management within the oil and gas industry. Proficiency in financial software and tools, with advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems. Strong understanding of industry-specific financial regulations and compliance requirements. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information clearly and concisely. Proven leadership abilities, with experience in managing and developing finance.