Senior Accountant - QuickBooks & Offshore Oil & Gas Copy at Deep Blue Energy Services Limited (DBESL)

Deep Blue Energy Services Limited (DBESL) is a resource and solution management company that specializes in assisting international/Local companies in identifying Potential market opportunities, assisting with permits, sourcing highly skilled employees, bidding on and negotiating contracts and navigating the often complex political and policy environment of many sub Saharan African countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant - QuickBooks & Offshore Oil & Gas Copy

Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Job Category: Oil & Gas
Job Status: Sourcing

Position Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced Senior Accountant to manage and maintain our financial operations using QuickBooks Online.
• The ideal candidate must have a strong background in accounting within the offshore oil & gas industry, including understanding of project-based financial tracking, vendor payments, multi-currency transactions, and compliance with both Nigerian and international accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the company’s accounting system using QuickBooks Online with full responsibility for general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Implement and manage project-based accounting practices to track revenues, costs, and profitability of each offshore and marine services project.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports.
• Coordinate project billing, client invoicing, and vendor payments in accordance with project execution and contractual milestones.
• Manage inter-company transactions and multi-currency accounts (USD, NGN, EUR).
• Monitor project budgets vs actuals, and highlight any variances or risks to the management team.
• Ensure compliance with all local tax regulations (e.g. VAT, WHT, PAYE), and assist with filing returns and working with auditors and tax authorities.
• Support the implementation and refinement of cost control and budgeting procedures aligned with the company’s offshore operations.
• Liaise with project managers, procurement officers, and operations leads to ensure accurate financial tracking and cost allocation.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years in the offshore oil & gas or marine logistics sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in QuickBooks Online – including setup, customization, and advanced reporting.

Familiarity:

• With offshore contracting, project-based financials, vessel accounting, and work package billing is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax codes, statutory reporting, and compliance requirements.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Experience coordinating with external auditors and preparing audit-ready financial records.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently under tight deadlines.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, preferably in a project-oriented offshore or engineering services firm.
• Understanding of vessel cost accounting, CAPEX/OPEX structuring, and financing models is a strong advantage.
• Ability to adapt QuickBooks to manage complex project needs such as timesheet integration, milestone billing, and cost-center reporting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance and pension contributions.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing offshore services company.
• Exposure to high-value international projects and financial reporting.

Application Closing Date
28th December, 2025. 

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online