SSA Finance Manager at Weatherford

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Purpose

• Responsible for all aspects of financial control, accounting and and financial management support for the region
• Responsible to build, develop and manage a strong finance team to support the local, region and global business.
• Responsible for ensuring the provision of accurate and timely financial accounts for WFT business:
• To comply with local fiscal authorities.
• To comply with WFT US GAAP financial reporting requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring internal controls are in place and operating effectively, complying with company policy and SOX.
• To provide Operations Management with meaningful financial reports to assist them in running the business, work with management teams and advise on operational finance issues.
• To develop and improve processes and procedures, including implementing new financial systems within the Finance function to improve accuracy and efficiency and comply with local, Region & Global policies.
• Responsible for financial integration of newly acquired businesses into existing structure, and performing or assisting with due diligence on M&A projects when required.

Qualification
Essential:

• Qualified Accountant (recognised International Qualification such as CA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Minimum 10+ years experience, preferably with in a similar industry role.
• Experienced in management reporting, and providing support to all levels of operational and non-financial management.
• Strong practical experience in US GAAP accounting..
• Fluent in English language, written and spoken.

Preferred:

• Oil & Gas industry experience
• Fluent in the local language of the Country that the position is based in, written & spoken
• Knowledge/experience of Sarbanes Oxley and other SEC requirements.

Experience/ Competence/Skills/Knowledge
Essential:

• Relevant PC skills
• Strong communication skills (both written & oral)
• Ability to use initiative, judgement and work with minimum supervision.
• Experience of managing, developing and motivating a team.
• Strong knowledge and experience in accounting practice.
• Experience of working closely with operational and other non-financial personnel.
• Experienced in local accounting regulations, VAT and tax regulations and compliance with fiscal authorities.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
• Experience of budget and forecast preparation, written commentaries on business performance.
• Experience of working capital management and providing advice to management in this area.

Preferred:

• JD Edwards, SAP, 1S, 1C and Hyperon experience
• Interested in business and operational issues related to finance.