Financial / Business Controller at Nestoil Plc

Purpose

Ensure accurate reporting and analysis of company’s financial transactions. Responsible for effectively managing the company’s financial resources and recommending strategies for managing operational costs and maximizing profits.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the GCFO to develop/update and implement financial and accounting policies, procedures, and strategies.
• Develop annual plans, budgets, forecasts, and financial performance metrics.
• Establish company-wide standards for systems, data, and processes.
• Design and implement a sound accounting framework ensuring compliance with tax and statutory provisions.
• Assist in maintaining financial controls across company operations.
• Coordinate financial transactions and consolidation of accounts.
• Prepare accurate, comprehensive, and timely financial and management information.
• Ensure intra-group balances are reconciled and variances resolved.
• Maintain liaison with regulatory organizations, auditors, banks, etc.
• Oversee tax computation, remittance, insurance premiums, and other statutory fees.
• Provide technical training and guidance on financial accounting issues.
• Review weekly reports and present timely reports to the GCFO.
• Ensure strict adherence to Corporate HSE Policy.

Person Specifications:    

• Qualification: Minimum B.Sc/HND in Accounting, Finance or related field. Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Professional Qualification: Chartered Accountant with recognized Accounting Certifications (CIMA, ACA, ICAN, ACCA).
• Experience: 10+ years, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.

Key Skills and Competencies:    

• Commercially minded with Oil & Gas environment experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial management principles.
• Ability to lead and influence across the organization.
• Strong team player with great relationship-building skills.
• Commercial and business awareness.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Analytical approach to work with high numeracy and technical skills.
• Problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Negotiation skills and ability to influence others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Result-oriented and process-driven.
• Impeccable attention to detail.