Senior Accounts Officer (Lagos) at the Oiltest Group

The Oiltest Group is a group of companies based in Nigeria providing oilfield services to oil producing companies among other services. The Group currently has only one operational office located in Port Harcourt while it has a liaison office in Lagos. Its corporate Headquarters is located at Plot 312 Danjuma Drive, Trans Amadi Industrial Layout, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The parent company - Oiltest, as a fully indigenous organization commenced operations in 1992.

The company started with activities including fluid sampling, production testing, electronic data acquisition, slickline services, and PVT laboratory services. By 1999, Oiltest had expanded its range of services to include well analysis services, coiled tubing & nitrogen services. In 2005, it added filtration services. Also by entering into strategic alliances, Oiltest is also able to provide Permanent downhole gauges services, completion tools & accessories.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accounts Officer

Job Reference: SNRACO-LAG/25/05
Location: Lagos
Job Level: Experienced

Job Responsibilities

• Verify, allocate, post and reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results.
• Analyze financial information and summarize financial status.
• Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.
• Manage accounting Officers and Cash Officer.
• Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process.
• Preparation of financial report with best practices.
• Prepare statutory reports of the Group, meant for Management, Auditors and stakeholders.
• Assist in managing external audit by ensuring that auditors receive relevant information needed.
• Responsible for disseminating information that has to do with budget plans and budgeting.
• Management /Supervision of intercompany accounts
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates should possess a First Degree in Accounting.
• Previous experience in a Senior Accounting position is mandatory
• With a minimum of 7 years work experience.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong work ethics and high level of personal integrity.
• Be able to maintain proper accounting records.
• Efficient in the use of SAP Accounting software.

Application Closing Date
6th June, 2025.