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Financial Reporting Accountant

WTS Energy · Nigeria

Full TimeSeniorvia Myjobmag
Salary
Undisclosed
Location
Nigeria
Posted
1 week ago

Required skills

Financial reporting (IFRS/GAAP)Financial consolidationInternal controlsTax planning and complianceBudgeting and forecastingMulti-entity financial managementERP systems (SAP/Oracle)ExcelFinancial modelingAudit managementInvestment analysis (NPV/IRR)Team leadershipStrategic financial analysis

About the role

Financial Reporting Accountant

WTS Energy is seeking an experienced Financial Reporting Accountant to lead comprehensive financial reporting and control functions within the finance department. This is a strategic role in the energy sector, requiring oversight of financial statements, regulatory compliance, multi-entity consolidation, and a high-performance finance team.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee preparation and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS, local GAAP, and internal policies
  • Maintain and enhance robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity
  • Lead external audit processes, manage auditor relationships, and drive improvements in financial reporting systems
  • Conduct comprehensive financial and economic analyses, including investment appraisals (NPV, IRR) to support strategic decisions
  • Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting with detailed variance analysis
  • Collaborate with department heads to enforce financial accountability and optimize costs
  • Oversee corporate tax activities and develop tax-efficient strategies
  • Manage multi-entity financial reporting, consolidation, and intercompany reconciliations
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
  • Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
  • Professional certification: ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent
  • 10–12 years progressive finance experience, including 5–7 years in senior management roles
  • Expertise in financial reporting, consolidation, tax planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls
  • Strong knowledge of IFRS/local GAAP and industry-specific accounting practices
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel/financial modeling skills
  • Proven leadership, team management, communication, and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
  • Experience in energy sector or comparable industry
  • Strategic thinking with track record of driving continuous improvement
  • Experience leading complex external audit processes
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

How to Apply

No application instructions provided in the posting.

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