Job Openings at George Houston Resources Limited

George Houston Resources Limited - Our clients in various sectors are recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions below:

1.) Office Assistant / Cleaner

Job Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description and Responsibilities

• We are seeking a dedicated and organized Office Assistant/Cleaner to maintain a clean and organized working environment for our company.
• The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring a pleasant and functional workspace for all employees.

Cleaning and Maintenance:

• Perform daily cleaning tasks, including but not limited to, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and trash removal.
• Ensure cleanliness and tidiness of common areas, meeting rooms, and offices.
• Restock and maintain cleaning supplies and equipment.

Office Assistance:

• Assist in organizing and maintaining office spaces and storage areas.
• Manage inventory and order office supplies as needed.
• Assist in receiving and distributing packages, mail, and deliveries.

Assist with Events and Meetings:

• Set up and clean meeting rooms before and after events or meetings

Health and Safety:

• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Report any safety hazards or maintenance issues to the appropriate personnel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• Previous experience in cleaning or office assistance preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Ability to stand, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Willingness to use cleaning chemicals and equipment following safety guidelines.

Application Closing Date: 20th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talents@georgehoustonresources.com using ''Office Assistant'' as the subject of the email.

2.) Business Development Executive

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Duties / Description

• Assist in developing a sustainable business relationship model for new and existing Clients such as IOC, DPR, NAPIMS, NNPC and other regulatory body in the oil and gas industry
• Prepare the project's technical and commercial pre-qualification proposal/bid to the Clients.
• Facilitate or assist as required in the strategy development and actual negotiation (technical, commercial and contractual) with customers and suppliers.
• Work closely with Clients to identify prospective project needs for technical and commercial implementation
• Assist in sourcing, packaging, and bidding on various platforms (within the stipulated deadline) and ensuring that all bids are won and executed flawlessly.
• Develop and maintain a complete understanding of the business environment, market trends, drivers and issues that will impact on the Company's business.
• Source for Clients' future projects with In-depth knowledge of upcoming and ongoing key projects and follow-up till business is generated and awarded
• Reactivate dormant Client accounts and relationships to generate tangible business.

Qualification / Requirments

• First Class grade or a minimum of 2:1 in BSc in Accounting Business administration or related discipline
• At least 3 – 5 years of working as a Business Development Officer or Manager in the Oil and Gas industry.
• In-depth knowledge of upcoming and ongoing key projects in the upstream sector of the Oil and Gas Sector.
• Engaged in robust and high-level contacts in the IOCs and E&P companies.
• Experience in Upstream Business Development with Engineering background/major.
• Candidates should have strong links to industry and knowledge of the business drivers for the key markets.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills
• Excellent relationship management skills
• Excellent intelligence-gathering skills
• Leadership qualities
• Proficient in advanced Excel and PowerPoint.

Application Closing Date: 20th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talents@georgehoustonresources.com using ''Marketer'' as the subject of the email.

3.) Tax Accountant

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Duties / Description

• Prepare tax returns and facilitate payments including suggestions on payments plan.
• Design annual tax plan in line with the company’s goal
• Research, Estimate and track tax returns
• Prepare and Complete monthly, quarterly and annual tax reports
• Manage, Organize and update the company’s tax database
• Recommend tax strategies and methods required to manage taxes, that align with business goals
• Prepare necessary paperwork for tax payments and returns
• Share financial data with the accounting department
• Identify tax savings and suggest ways to increase profits
• Follow industry trends and track changes related to taxes
• Liaise with internal and external auditors
• Forecast tax predictions to Management
• Ensure compliance with regulators either federal, state or local authorities.
• Find tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings
• Analyze adherence with budgetary standards and guidelines using financial data and balance sheets.
• Review all financial materials and procedures in order to spot errors, inefficiencies or instances of misuse.
• Document all internal processes within an audit; list all data sources; detail all conclusions after an investigation.
• Advise Management about the impact of Tax liabilities and corporate strategies or new tax laws.
• Audit of financial statements and assessment of the books of account to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Reviewing internal control systems performing walkthrough processes and analyzing financial records and transactions.
• Design the auditing process using common standards of practice, company policies, business goals and industry regulations.
• Indicate and identify risk areas in each departmental operations and process
• Work to develop new best standards of practice within the company in order to increase accuracy and integrity.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge and expertise within the field by participating in professional development.
• Keep all sensitive information confidential and secure.

Qualification / Requirements

• Minimum of BSc Degree, First Class or 2:1 grade in Accounting, Economic, Finance or relevant subject;
• A minimum of 3+ years of experience as a Tax / Audit Accountant, Tax Analyst or Auditor
• Industry certification (ICAN, ACCA, ACA).
• Proficiency with commercial tax and accounting software
• Quick Books proficient
• Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures
• Familiarity with accounting software packages
• Keen attention to detail
• Organized and detail oriented
• Good communicator with great people skills
• Computer literacy (MS Excel in particular)
• Excellent analytical and time management skills
• Strong numeracy skills
• Enjoys a fast-paced environment with challenging work
• Good at multi-tasking.

Application Closing Date: 20th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talents@georgehoustonresources.com using ''TAX ACCOUNTANT'' as the subject of the email.

4.) Financial Reporting Accountant

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Duties / Description

• Maintain stewardship for financial assets and debt, including being in charge of cash management, debt management and investment management functions of the organization and its affiliated entities.
• Develop and implement daily, monthly and quarterly cash forecasting models.
• Present financial forecasts based on actual spend and the organization’s financial position.
• Monitor the financial investments and record capital growth
• Advise on the organization’s reserves and investment policy
• Research and recommend financing alternatives, analyzing options and providing recommendations to the Management.
• Structuring debt arrangements with lenders, Managing corporate investments and Monitoring cash flow.
• Maintain the corporate liquidity and financial stability.
• Liaise with Tax Authorities, Auditors and other Regulatory bodies as regards preparation and filing of the Audited Financials and other Tax related matters.
• Ensuring prompt remittance and various statutory deduction i.e VAT, PAYE, CIT, Pension Fund etc.
• Preparing Financial Statement in line with the IFRS standards.
• Prepare the monthly Management accounts
• Carrying out monthly bank account closing and analysis.
• Carry out bank reconciliation analysis and account audit
• Liaise with Bank on Transaction rates and Foreign Translation rate.
• Responsible for the Asset and Liability Management, including a monthly report of the Asset Register.
• Preparing and Maintaining balance sheet schedules, ledgers, profit and loss statement, monthly and yearly financial statements and other reports
• Payroll administration and preparing of monthly sales reports for analysis.
• Developing and consolidating the departmental and organization’s budget.
• Periodic audit of departmental processes.
• Monitoring compliance in line with accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
• Developing, maintaining and implementing financial internal controls, policies and procedures.

Qualification / Requirements

• First Class grade or a minimum of 2:1 in B.Sc in Accounting or related discipline
• At least 4 - 6 years+ as an Accountant, a Financial reporting officer or a Finance MGR.
• Candidates should have 2 years+ of management experience
• Accounting certification is required (ICAN, ACCA, ACA).
• Experience working in the Oil and Gas industry will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of capital markets, accounting and business finance
• Statutory regulations (IFRS).
• Understanding of taxation commercial law.
• Broad understanding of global & regional economics.
• Knowledge of financial principles
• Proficient in Excel and MicroSoft Suites
• Strong experience/knowledge in Financial Reporting, Treasury and IFRS is required.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Business acumen with a problem-solving attitude.
• Detailed knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Good negotiation skills, Innovative, Leadership, Planning, Interpersonal skills, Communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and Attention to detail.

Application Closing Date: 20th October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talents@georgehoustonresources.com using ''FINANCIAL REPORTING ACCOUNTANT '' as the subject of the email.

5.) Tech Sales Executive

Job Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Duties / Description

• Sell company's solutions and services in all accounts assigned by having maximum face time with customers and with the use of a proper call plan.
• Effectively progress opportunities through the company deal stages to ensure shorter sales cycles
• Lead and implement go-to-market propositions in each business sector; work with Marketing and Engineering teams to produce a focused proposition.
• Build and maintain relationships to influence long-term strategic direction; act as an advisor to the customer.
• Ensure excellent customer relationship and satisfaction by giving prompt response to customers’ requests and making early escalation of customer issues to relevant company authorities.
• Achieve assigned quarterly/annual sales revenue and or profit target.
• Rapidly generate and progress leads to opportunities
• Understand and use the company sales process
• Provide relevant sales, pipeline, deal stage, customer feedback and on-going reports to Management
• Use the company’s sales CRM to accurately store and progress leads and opportunities.
• Acquire new accounts and discover new opportunities in both old and new accounts.
• Grow and develop company market and mind share in the assigned sector.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline to ensure targets are achieved or surpassed the achievement
• Develop and recommend sales and marketing strategies to keep the company competitive and innovative.
• Understand our solutions and services, markets, the customer journey and the competitive landscape.

Application Closing Date: 21st October, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talents@georgehoustonresources.com using Tech Sales Execuctive as the subject of the mail.