Senior Accountant at Elevare Human Solutions Limited

Elevare Human Solutions Ltd is a leading Human Resource and recruitment solutions company committed to connecting top-tier talent with employers across Nigeria and internationally. We specialize in providing comprehensive HR consulting, talent acquisition, and workforce management services for diverse industries. Our mission is to deliver tailored recruitment solutions that support organizational growth while fostering career opportunities for skilled professionals. At Elevare, we leverage industry expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a robust network to ensure seamless hiring processes and exceptional candidate experiences. Join us as we bridge the gap between talent and opportunity, creating impactful partnerships that drive success.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary 

• The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing financial reporting, cost control, statutory compliance, and financial operations within the oil and gas environment.
• The role requires strong technical accounting expertise, industry-specific knowledge, and the ability to support decision-making through accurate financial data and analysis.
• The position plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and alignment with business objectives, particularly in project-based and operational cost environments.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and Accounting:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger entries
• Manage account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain proper documentation for all financial transactions.

Cost Control and Project Accounting:

• Monitor project costs, budgets, and expenditure tracking
• Analyze cost variances and provide actionable insights
• Support project teams with financial data for decision-making
• Ensure proper allocation of costs across projects and operations.

Compliance and Regulatory Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with Nigerian financial regulations, tax laws, and industry standards
• Manage statutory filings including VAT, WHT, and corporate tax obligations
• Support internal and external audit processes
• Maintain compliance with company financial policies and procedures.

Payroll and Financial Operations Oversight:

• Review payroll for accuracy and compliance with approved structures
• Ensure proper handling of allowances, deductions, and benefits
• Monitor financial controls across operational transactions.

Cash Flow and Treasury Management:

• Monitor cash flow positions and provide forecasts
• Support payment planning and vendor management processes
• Ensure efficient utilization of financial resources.

Process Improvement and Systems Control:

• Strengthen financial controls and reporting processes
• Support implementation and optimization of financial systems (e.g., Zoho or ERP tools)
• Improve reporting efficiency and data accuracy.

Key Requirements
Education and Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA) is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5–8 years accounting experience, preferably within the oil and gas sector
• Strong experience in project accounting and cost control
• Experience handling audits and regulatory compliance.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and Nigerian tax regulations
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems
• Advanced Excel skills and financial analysis capability.

Competencies:

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong integrity and accountability
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.

Salary
N400,000 - N450,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: toliclrecruitment@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.