Accounts / Financial Controller at an Education, Human Resources and Management Firm - Swift Consulting Limited

Swift Consulting Limited - Our client, an Education, Human Resources and Management firm, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Accounts / Financial Controller

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• They are currently seeking qualified and well-experienced applicants to fill the role of Accounts / Financial Controller for one of our clients in the Oil & Gas sector.

Major Responsibilities

• Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.
• Manage a team of finance professionals.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Monitor and manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flows.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and tax laws applicable to the oil & gas industry.
• Supervise accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger, and banking activities.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Implement and maintain internal control systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or M.Sc. is an added advantage).
• ICAN, ACCA or equivalent professional certification is mandatory.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in a senior financial role within the oil & gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and tax laws.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Sage).
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Salary
N400,000 - N500,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2025.