Finance Manager (Upstream Oil and Gas) at Talent Hunt Solutions

Talent Hunt Solutions is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager (Upstream Oil and Gas)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

• A dynamic and growing energy company, specializing in upstream oil and gas projects, is seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Finance/Accounts Manager to join its team in Lagos.
• This critical role will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations and playing a key part in the company's financial strategy and project health.
• The Finance/Accounts Manager will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate accounting, financial planning, and budgeting.
• This role involves maintaining compliance with financial regulations, ensuring efficient cash flow management, managing accounts payable/receivable, and contributing to the company's financial strategy.
• The manager will also support business growth by providing financial insights and ensuring the financial health of projects.
• The role reports directly to the Managing Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Budgeting: Lead the annual budgeting process, including preparing, consolidating, and reviewing financial projections, especially for upstream projects. Track budget variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate, timely financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual) compliant with IFRS and local laws. Prepare reports on project performance, cash flow, and Capital Expenditure (CapEx) analysis.
• Accounts & Cash Flow Management: Supervise accounts payable/receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments. Monitor cash flow for adequate liquidity and manage working capital, including debt recovery and vendor payments.
• Audit & Compliance: Ensure financial practices comply with internal policies, Nigerian regulations (e.g., FIRS, NNPC), and international financial standards. Lead internal and external audit preparations.
• Tax & Risk Management: Oversee tax filings and compliance (corporate tax, VAT). Identify and mitigate financial risks, such as foreign exchange volatility and credit exposure.
• Capital Management: Oversee capital expenditure planning and approval. Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions for project financing.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the finance and accounting team.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Educational Background: A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, or CFA is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Sector Specific: Strong experience in the upstream oil and gas sector, preferably within an EPICM environment.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of IFRS, local tax regulations, and oil and gas accounting principles. Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
• Please experience in upstream oil and Gas is required 
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proven leadership capabilities.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: gabriel@talenthuntsolutions.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.