Accountant Job at Oildata Energy Group Limited

Oildata is an energy service company that delivers end-to-end technology solutions for operators who find and produce energy. We utilize innovative, unconventional and bespoke methods essential for the fast track production of energy (oil and gas) from remote and mature fields located in Africa, the Middle East and South America.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Accountant

Job Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to join our finance team in the oil and gas industry.
• The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the financial operations of the company.
• The ideal candidate should have experience in the oil and gas industry and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Ensuring all respective support documents such as receipts are attached to payment vouchers
• Monthly preparation of bank reconciliations;
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, industry regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Assist in external and internal audits, providing necessary financial information and supporting documents.
• Assist in tax-related matters, including tax filings, withholding tax calculations, and compliance.
• Compilation, analysis and preparation of data for financial statements, expenditures, revenues, accounts and reports;
• Monitor and reconcile general ledger accounts, bank statements, and intercompany transactions.
• Prepare and process journal entries and maintain proper documentation for all accounting transactions.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and exercise professionalism in all financial dealings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum working experience of five (5) years.
• Possession of ACCA or ACA, CFA is an added advantage.
• Proven experience as an Accountant in the oil and gas industry or a related sector.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, including variance analysis and budgeting.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar systems).
• Solid understanding of tax regulations and compliance requirements in the oil and gas industry

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@oildatainc.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.