Accountant

Company Description

Our client, a Port Harcourt based service company in the Nigerian oil and gas industry is seeking qualified candidates for the role of an Entry Level Account Officer.

Job Title : Accountant

Location : Elelenwo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State (Must live within this location)

Employment Type : Onsite, Full-time

Salary: 150,000

Level: Entry Level

Role Description

This is a full-time onsite job role in an oilfield service company. The Account Officer will be responsible for the following;

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly sales and general ledger closings, including journal entries.
• Preparation of various balance sheet schedules and P&L statements.
• Preparation of various tax reports.
• Reconcile various general ledger accounts monthly.
• Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Prepare annual depreciation and depletion tax schedules.
• Perform general accounting functions and other related duties.
• Direct involvement with month-end close procedures including preparing account reconciliations, journal entries and other supporting/tracking schedules.
• Verify and ensure timely payment of vendor invoices and ensure payments are charged to the appropriate accounts.
• Assist in performing cash management functions such as the monitoring and recording of cash transactions, making deposits, preparation of wire transfers and bank account reconciliations.
• Maintain and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Assist with preparation of supporting schedules and documents needed for external audits.
• Assist in continuously improving the automation of the accounting and reporting process.
• Prepare project feasibility reports and analyze business development opportunities
• Perform all other duties that will enhance profitability, productivity and going concern status of the company

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications - B.Sc in Accounting or any related courses, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
• 2 years of proven experience as an Accountant in Oil and Gas Company
• Must have vast Knowledge of financial computing software
• Good Calculation Skills
• Strong teamwork skills
• Strong computer aptitude, which includes proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, as well as experience with accounting software (preferably QuickBooks).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Team player with a positive communication style.