Geoplex Drillteq Limited is an indigenous Nigerian oilfield services company established in June 2002 to provide oilfield services to the upstream oil and gas sector in Nigeria and the West Africa Coastal region.
Senior Accountant
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job Type: Full-time
Job Overview
The Senior Accountant will oversee core accounting functions, ensure accurate financial reporting and statutory compliance, and provide reliable financial information to support management decision-making. The role also involves supervising junior finance staff and improving accounting processes and controls.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts in line with IFRS.
- Ensure timely and accurate posting of transactions to the general ledger.
- Review and reconcile balance sheet and profit and loss accounts.
- Maintain proper accounting records and supporting schedules.
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Monitor budget performance and prepare variance analysis.
- Provide insights on cost control and revenue performance.
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian tax requirements, including CIT, VAT, WHT and PAYE.
- Coordinate preparation and filing of statutory returns.
- Liaise with tax consultants, auditors, FIRS, State IRS and other regulatory bodies.
- Support external audits and respond to audit queries.
- Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Review accounting processes and recommend improvements.
- Supervise and review the work of junior accountants.
- Provide guidance and on-the-job training to finance team members.
- Collaborate with operations, procurement, HR and other business units.
- Work with ERP and accounting systems and ensure financial data integrity.
- Support finance-related system upgrades and implementations where required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
- ICAN or ACCA certification.
- 4–6 years of relevant accounting experience.
- At least 2–3 years in a senior or supervisory accounting role.
- Experience in the oil and gas industry is an advantage.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, SAP or QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
- Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA is required.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and Nigerian tax regulations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are preferred.
- Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
- Good understanding of vendor invoicing, purchase order matching and accounts payable procedures.
- Familiarity with Nigerian tax and financial reporting standards.
Benefits
- Structured professional training and development.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Practical exposure to oil and gas operations.
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via Geoplex Drillteq Limited application portal.
Application Closing Date: Not Specified.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.