Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Summary
Support and coordination of the finance department, group projects, and reporting within the group.

Main Responsibilities 
•    Assists with the day-to-day running of the finance department. 
•    Preparation of Intercompany schedules for monthly & annual reporting. 
•    Preparation of customer invoices – TMSA, APL, and reconciliation of its related ledgers. 
•    Prepare Intercompany & OPC invoices and reconcile their related ledgers. 
•    Ensure filing of statutory returns e.g. VAT, WHT, CIT are accurate and submitted on time. 
•    Prepare schedules for PAL & SYNERPET management reports – bank reconciliations, fixed assets schedules, accruals, prepayments, etc. 
•    Maintenance of GL accounts on Navision, monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet GL accounts.
•    Ensure company assets are accurately accounted for and well monitored. 
•    Ensure tax compliance in transactions processing on daily transactions. 
•    Follow established policies and procedures to make judgments/decisions. 
•    Act as backup to the Accounts payable officer when absent or unavailable. 
•    Any other duty as requested by management.

Educational Qualifications, Certifications & Technical Skills
•    University Degree in Accounting or Finance or a related field from an accredited university. 
•    ICAN/CFA/ACA/CIMA/ACCA is compulsory 
•    3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role 
•    Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite 
•    Use of financial and accounting software applications 
•    Proficiency in Corporate Accounting Practice/Standard Auditing Practices along with expertise in budget analysis and identification of variance 
•    Knowledge of cost accounting, management, and accounting standards 
•    Knowledge of statutory provisions concerning tax management & planning 
•    Conversant with federal and state financial regulation, applicable laws, codes, and regulations. 
•    Good understanding of the oil and gas industry 
•    Ability to multitask and manage conflicting deadlines and tight schedules 
•    Must exhibit a high level of personal and professional integrity 
•    Good Team player who goes beyond job requirement 
•    Good relationship-building and networking skills 

Location:     Lagos