Finance Manager at Felton Energy Services Limited (FESL)

Felton Energy Services Limited (FESL) is an indigenous oil & gas procurement, operation and maintenance company in Nigeria. The company was established to supply global customers with Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial and Engineering Products, on time and at the most competitive prices. FESL has unrivalled commitment to the Oil & Gas Industry and has gained support of the leading manufacturers which ensures our solutions are at the forefront oftoday’s technology.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time
Reports To: Managing Director/CEO

Job Scope

• The Finance/Accounts Manager at Felton Energy Services Limited plays a vital role in managing the company’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing accurate financial insights to support decision-making.
• They will oversee day-to-day accounting activities, financial reporting, tax management, and budgeting to ensure the financial health and sustainability of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all day-to-day accounting and finance operations.
• Develop and implement financial policies, systems, and internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure timely preparation and accurate presentation of financial statements, management reports, and performance analysis.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and cost control to support operational efficiency.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements, including proactively applying updated knowledge of current tax laws and reforms in Nigeria.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, banks, and other financial institutions.
• Supervise and mentor the finance/accounts team to improve performance and build capacity.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic business decisions and growth initiatives.
• Drive process improvement and automation within the finance function to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure proper financial support for business projects and initiatives.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or managerial position is an advantage.

Desired Skills & Competencies:

• Strong financial and accounting acumen, with a solid understanding of financial principles and practices.
• Updated knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• High attention to detail, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office suite.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: wendy@feltonenergy.net using the Job Title as the subject of the email.