Treasury Accountant at BOURBON Oil & Gas

Job Description
Treasury Accountant (Based in Lagos, Nigeria)  -  (160389)
As an international leader in marine services, BOURBON offers to the most demanding oil & gas clients worldwide a full line of innovative, safe, high performance and new generation vessels and an expanded offer of offshore oil & gas services delivered by 11 000 experienced and competent employees across 45 countries. By joining BOURBON you will be "Under the flag ofexcellence”.
 
Bourbon recruits a Treasury Accountant (Based in Lagos)
 
Mission
To assess, monitor, plan and manage the efficient utilization of cash and financial services in a manner consistent with the objectives of the Company.
 
Duties & Responsibilities

• Understand, manage, and supervise all aspects of Bank & Cash Reconciliation for all Locations,
• Prepares monthly GL entries and account reconciliations for petty cash, banks, cash advances and Staff Loans
• Monitor and Evaluate bank service fees on a monthly basis and address quality issues
• Manage all aspects of short-Investment portfolios
• Assist in the management of Banking relationship
• Daily Cash status for management
• Assess risk/return tradeoffs in guidelines.
• Understand and manage appropriate accounting procedures and processes.
• Recommend, implement and maintain process improvements.
• Manage disbursement of Petty Cash Expenses for Lagos Office
• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit, including special projects.
• Maintains reports, records, and files for all treasury activities.

Line reporting and functional linkage
 
Report to the Head of General Accounting with a functional relationship with internal Finance sub team/departments.
 
Key skills & Behavior

• Knowledge of investment portfolio strategy, banking, and financial instruments.
• General knowledge of GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements
• Advanced analytical, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent collaboration, verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to break down problems into meaningful parts and come to rational and well-thought out conclusions.
• Demonstrated strong project management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Interested in process improvement.
• Willing to adapt quickly to quick changes in direction.
• Ability to pick up tasks quickly with on-the-job training experience preferred.
• Previous experience in purchasing FX currency on the spot market, understanding of foreign currency markets and pricing.
• Familiarity with basic finance and accounting, including GL accounting systems, allocation methodology, purchase orders, and budgeting.
• Ability to handle diverse tasks and changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and identify and execute improvements in the treasury area. Previous project experience with payment automation is a plus.
• Maintain a neat work area, professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.

Experience
 Must have at least 5 years prior treasury and cash management experience; management experience preferred
Extensive experience in preparing cash and bank reconciliation.
Experience in building complex financial models to evaluate various financial plans.
 
Languages
Fluent in English, Ability to communicate in French Language will be considered an asset.
 
Computer knowledge
Advanced spreadsheet and modeling skills.
Good Knowledge ERP. Oracle ERP will be an added advantage.
 
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance from a reputable university.
ACA/ACCA Certification is strongly preferred.
 
Contract
Permanent