Financial Control, Oversight and Accountability Officer at Westingate Group

Westingate Group provides a wide range of global trading services from solar energy, commodities, security & safety equipment, costmetics & beauty products, automotive & transportation services, communication & information systems technology, business consulting services and joint ventures. With over 20 years of experience, we have worked with many successful companies to provide global resources and logistics.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Control, Oversight and Accountability Officer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full time

Job Description

• As the Financial Control Oversight and Accountability Officer, you will play a critical role.
• General accounting oversight
• Coordinating external tax accounting
• maintaining the financial stability and integrity of our organization.
• You will work closely with the finance and accounting teams to monitor, analyze, and enhance our financial control processes.

Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight: Conduct regular reviews of financial transactions and processes to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Accountability: Implement and maintain a system for tracking and reporting financial data, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential financial risks and recommend strategies to mitigate them.
• Auditing: Prepare and participate in internal and external audits, and coordinate with audit teams to provide necessary documentation.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and organized financial records, ensuring all transactions are appropriately documented.
• Reporting: Generate and present financial reports to management, highlighting areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to financial goals.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and enhance financial control processes to optimize efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• 3 - 4 years of experience in financial control, accounting, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and accounting principles.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.

Application Closing Date
1st November, 2023.