Multinational Oil and Gas Company Job in Lagos for an Accounting Generalist

The Workplace Centre Limited - Our Client, a Multinational in the Oil and Gas Sector, is recruiting to fill the position of:


Job Title: Accounting Generalist

Location: Lagos

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee bank account and cash management, cash flow forecasts, expenditure management and CAPEX procedures, tax management, fixed assets management and depreciation.
• Daily, weekly, monthly and annual financial statements and company-wide financial performance report, management reports, etc., meeting deadlines
• Ensure effective control of the company's financial accounting systems, policies and ensure procedures are appropriate and are complied with
• Monitor the input and processing of financial data Financial Application (NAVISION) ensuring data integrity
• In consultation with the Head of Finance, manage the financial risk of the company at the location (i.e. exchange rate risk, interest rate risk etc)
• Keep abreast of changes in financial regulations and legislation. Carry out other tasks as may be assigned
• Manage investment in money market instruments (fixed deposit,call accounts etc), ensuring the company gets the best return out of its investments
• Ensure that payroll is managed effectively and salaries paid promptly as at when due
• Ensure petty cash, cash and bank accounts are managed effectively and customer invoices are paid promptly with accurate records kept.
• In conjunction with Head of Finance, prepares budgets, forecasts and other financial plans and carry out continuous follow-ups.
• Liaison and relationship management with the banks, company’s internal auditors, statutory auditors and other legal authorities, ensuring compliance with statutory accounting requirements, regulations and fiscal obligations.
• Ensure that statutory accounts are maintained, most especially in such areas as PAYE, Withholding tax, Pension, Company tax, etc
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and practices and financial management
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Suite products – Word, Excel, Outlook, Power point and IMS application
• Excellent communication (oral and verbal) skills with demonstrated excellence in reporting and presentation ta high standard
• Ability to work in multicultural environment and with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of financial, budgetary and accounting systems, methods and control procedures
• Excellent organization, analytical and administrative skills

• BSc. or HND in Accounting, Business, Economics or related fields. A masters degree will be added advantage.
• Minimum of 5years previous experience in Finance and Accounting functions. Experience in the oil and gas industry is added advantage.
• Knowledge of Accounting base and software package (Ms Dynanmics NAVISION) is Compulsory.
• Qualification of ACA or ACCA is essential

• (The understanding of the observable and measurable knowledge, skills, abilities and personal attributes required to be successful on the job)

• Develops and maintains working relationship with customers and staff
• Managing team goals, providing support while understanding people’s perception and concerns.

• Prioritizes and delegates tasks effectively; handles multiple tasks appropriately, applying administrative and problem solving skills

• Communicates clearly and coherently (verbal and written) for employees and external client understanding

• Sets priorities and adopts strategies which balance short term and long range objectives.
• Familiar with standards and processes to achieve apportioned tasks

• Takes clear steps to train and mentor team members to improve on their performances
• Takes responsibility for others and own development

• Persuades and convinces colleagues, superiors and clients to achieve goal for the company