Mid-Level Financial Accountant at Myrtle Management Consultants

• Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Mid-level Financial Accountant to join their  team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial records, preparing accurate reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role requires strong analytical skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to thrive under pressure while managing multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and monitor financial data (e.g., sales revenues, liabilities, and expenses).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
• Forecast costs and revenues to support decision-making.
• Manage tax payments in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Organize and coordinate internal audits.
• Prepare and monitor budgets at both departmental and company-wide levels.
• Investigate, monitor, and report on accounting discrepancies.
• Conduct detailed risk analyses to assess potential investments.
• Analyze financial trends and provide insights to management.
• Perform month-end and year-end close processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Professional certification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (mandatory).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in accounting or finance, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong knowledge and application of IFRS.

Key Skills

• Reconciliations and transactions review.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Fixed assets management and cash flow reporting.
• Banking relations and treasury oversight.
• Management of monthly book close processes within deadlines.
• Periodic control reviews and risk analysis.
• Revaluation of foreign currency-denominated balances.
• Strong operations and commercial literacy.
• Highly detail- and process-oriented.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Self-starter with strong urgency and follow-up abilities.
• Kindly note that candidates MUST reside in Lagos.