Financial Controller (Oil & Gas Sector) at Transtell Ventures Nigeria Limited

Transtell Ventures Nigeria Limited - We are an organization that provides technology-driven Human Resource services across Africa, focusing on recruitment, onboarding, talent development, payroll, performance management, organizational development, and outsourcing, aiming to make HR more strategic, efficient, and cost-effective for businesses with real-time data and virtual collaboration.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Controller (Oil & Gas Sector)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A reputable oil & gas company is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Financial Controller to join its leadership team. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 8 years’ experience, with strong exposure to oil & gas finance, compliance, reporting, and internal controls.
• This role requires a strategic thinker who can oversee the company’s financial health, strengthen governance, and support senior management in critical business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, accounting systems, and internal controls.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, management accounts, and periodic reports.
• Lead budgeting, cash-flow forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, FIRS, regulatory bodies, and industry-specific financial requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting.
• Implement financial risk-management processes and cost-optimization strategies.
• Provide financial insights to support business planning and strategic initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor the finance and accounts team.
• Manage treasury operations, banking relationships, and financial documentation.
• Prepare and review management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) with commentary on variances vs budget and prior periods.
• Drive and stabilize ERP implementation and usage across all finance processes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years’ progressive experience, with at least 5 years in Oil & Gas finance.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as ICAN, ACCA, CFA (strong advantage).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax laws, audit processes, and oil & gas financial frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency in financial analysis, reporting tools, and ERP software.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities.

Application Closing Date
27th February, 2026.

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