Jobs at Matrix Energy Group

Job Purpose:

• The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring sound financial governance, accurate financial reporting, and strict compliance with applicable laws, policies, and standards.
• The role supports effective financial oversight, risk management, and transparent accounting practices across assigned operations, while providing independent and objective financial insights to support management decision-making.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Shareholder Representation & Governance

• Ensure compliance with approved financial policies, operating agreements, budgets, and work programmes.
• Identify, document, and escalate financial, governance, or compliance risks that may impact the company’s financial position or interests.
• Support management during audits, financial reviews, and stakeholder engagements.
• Financial Management & Reporting
• Review and validate monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Monitor cash flows, funding requirements, and financial obligations.
• Analyse variances against approved budgets and investigate material deviations.
• Prepare and submit timely financial performance reports to management.
• Accounting and Cost Management Oversight
• Ensure NRS-compliant upstream oil & gas accounting practices.
• Monitor CAPEX and OPEX to ensure alignment with approved budgets and operational plans.
• Review cost allocation, cost recovery, and partner charge mechanisms.
• Oversee asset capitalization, depletion, depreciation, and impairment processes.

Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Nigerian upstream tax laws, including Petroleum Profits Tax / Hydrocarbon Tax.
• Review withholding tax, VAT, and statutory filings.
• Support responses to tax audits and regulatory reviews involving NRS, NUPRC, and other authorities.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Enforce strong internal controls and financial discipline.
• Identify financial, operational, and compliance risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Maintain proper documentation to support financial positions and escalations.

Stakeholder Management

• Engage professionally with internal and external stakeholders to provide financial insights and guidance.
• Offer objective and independent financial advice while maintaining constructive working relationships.
• Support management with clear, evidence-based financial recommendations.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is mandatory.
• Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry.  
• Exposure to upstream oil & gas operations and joint ventures will be a strong advantage. 
• High integrity, independence, and ethical standards.
• Strong assertiveness and professional courage.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage pressure and conflict professionally.

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Job Purpose:

• The Senior Auditor is responsible for executing internal audit activities relating to the Matrix Finance and Accounts Unit, ensuring the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial records, compliance with company policies, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• The role involves reviewing financial processes, transactions, and systems, identifying risks, and following up on audit findings to ensure timely remediation.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Conduct detailed reviews of payment vouchers to ensure accuracy, authorization, and compliance with approved policies.
• Review monthly bank reconciliation statements and investigate reconciling items or anomalies.
• Review monthly stock reconciliation reports to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Perform periodic reviews of general ledger (GL) accounts to ensure the integrity and accuracy of management accounts.
• Review prepayments and depreciation schedules to ensure timely and accurate updates in line with company policy.
• Review ERP processes, identify control gaps, and recommend process and system improvements.
• Support credit review and risk management activities by assessing exposure, controls, and compliance.
• Ensure timely and accurate rendition of taxes and other statutory obligations, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Track and follow up on audit findings to ensure timely and adequate resolution of identified issues.
• Escalate unresolved issues and significant control weaknesses to the Group Head, IACD. 

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification is mandatory.
• Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry.   
• Knowledge of the Upstream Oil & Gas business will be a strong advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of internal controls, audit methodologies, and risk management practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel. 
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, reporting, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and professional judgment.