Senior Accountant at a Leading International Engineering and Technical Services Provider - Adexen Recruitment Agency

Adexen Recruitment Agency - Our client, a leading international provider of multidisciplinary technical and engineering services in the Oil & Gas industry, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Lagos
Industry: Energy / Oil & Gas
Job Seniority: Manager
Job Category: Accounting and Finance
Reporting to: The Finance Manager
Employment Type: Full time

Responsibilities

• The Senior Accountant will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial data, while supporting the business with reliable financial insights. 
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Review progress documentation and prepare customer invoices.
• Ensure timely transmission of invoices and proper filing of supporting documentation.
• Monitor accounts receivable and ensure prompt collections.
• Compute and post provisions, including NCD provisions.
• Perform account reconciliations and clearing in SAP.
• Review forex adjustments and revaluation entries.
• Maintain and update the chart of accounts.
• Ensure proper accounting filing and documentation systems.
• Implement and monitor internal controls over accounting transactions.
• Book intercompany loans and debit notes in SAP in line with transfer agreements.
• Support financial and tax audits and coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to optimize tax efficiency.
• Monitor and support financial knowledge management within the organization.
• Participate actively in HSE and quality management initiatives.
• Identify risks and hazards related to accounting and administrative activities.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Desired Skills and Experience
Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• ACCA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge in tax matters.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting roles within a large company or international environment.
• Experience handling tax-related matters.
• Prior experience in the Oil & Gas sector or in an industrial services environment is a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of SAP and financial reporting processes.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Solid understanding of accounting standards and financial controls.
• Good presentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Continuous learning mindset and professional development orientation.

Salary
N30,000 / month. 

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

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

Note: We thank all applicants, however, only those selected will be contacted.