Head of Account at a Reputable Conglomerate

A conglomerate with subsidiaries in Oil & Gas, Fintech, Banking, Real Estate and Media is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Account

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Industry Sectors: A conglomerate with subsidiaries in Oil & Gas, Fintech, Banking, Real Estate and Media

Job Summary

• We are looking for a results-driven and detail-oriented Head of Accounts to oversee the financial accounting functions across our diversified group of companies.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting strategic financial planning across the group’s subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local accounting standards.
• Consolidate group financials and ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes across subsidiaries.
• Establish and enforce robust internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial laws, and corporate governance standards.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Support the CFO in the development and monitoring of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and provide insights to management for decision-making.
• Monitor and manage the company’s cash flow, banking relationships, and funding requirements.
• Ensure efficient treasury operations and optimize working capital management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team across the group.
• Promote continuous improvement in processes, systems, and team capabilities.
• Oil & Gas: Track capital expenditures, cost recovery, JV accounting, and upstream/downstream reporting.
• Fintech: Oversee digital revenue streams, transaction reconciliations, and CBN compliance.
• IT: Manage project-based accounting, licensing revenue, and software cost capitalization.
• Ensure the remittance of VAT & WHT in FIRS Tax-promax platform

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, or CPA is mandatory.
• Minimum of 10 years’ progressive experience in accounting and finance, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
• Experience working in or across Oil & Gas, Fintech or Banking is desirable.

Desired Competencies:

• Deep knowledge of IFRS, Nigerian tax laws, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or Sage).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
1st May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: recruitmentxcel001@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.