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Head - Accounts - Oil & Gas/LNG/Petrochemical/Fertilizer/Power/Refinery/Metals & Mining - CA
Head - Accounts - Oil & Gas/LNG/Petrochemical/Fertilizer/Power/Refinery/Metals & Mining - CASokariba International Ventures Limited • Lagos, India
Head - Accounts - Oil & Gas / LNG / Petrochemical / Fertilizer / Power / Refinery / Metals & Mining - CA

Head - Accounts - Oil & Gas / LNG / Petrochemical / Fertilizer / Power / Refinery / Metals & Mining - CA

Sokariba International Ventures Limited • Lagos, India
7 days ago
Job description

Job Description : Head of Accounts

Sterling Oil & Gas - Lagos, Nigeria

About the Role :

Sterling Oil & Gas, Nigerias 3rd largest Oil Producer with 26,000 Nationals & 3,500 Indian Expats , is seeking a dynamic and seasoned Head of Accounts to lead multi-entity financial operations, ensure robust compliance, and drive financial excellence across our Oil & Gas value chain.

This is a key leadership role for an experienced finance professional with deep expertise in accounting, reporting, taxation, and internal controls within Oil & Gas / Petrochemical / Refinery / Power / Metals & Mining / EPC environments.

Key Accounting & Reporting :

  • Lead end-to-end accounting operations (GL, AP, AR, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Inventory, Intercompany).
  • Ensure accurate monthly / quarterly / year-end closing & financial statements (IFRS / GAAP).
  • Drive MIS reporting, variance analysis, and management dashboards.
  • Strengthen accuracy, timeliness, and data integrity.

Compliance, Audit & Controls :

  • Ensure compliance with VAT / GST, Corporate Tax, Withholding Tax & other regulatory requirements.
  • Lead statutory, internal & tax audits with zero major observations.
  • Establish and monitor Internal Financial Controls & SOPs.
  • Working Capital & Cash Flow :

  • Manage banking, vendor payments, receivables, reconciliations & treasury operations.
  • Improve DSO / DPO, cash forecasting, and project cost controls.
  • Optimize inventory valuation & project accounting.
  • Leadership & Stakeholder Management :

  • Lead, mentor & develop accounting teams across sites.
  • Collaborate with Projects, Operations, Procurement, HR & top leadership.
  • Drive a culture of performance, transparency & accountability.
  • ERP, Systems & Process Excellence :

  • Drive automation and ERP / SAP efficiency.
  • Ensure strong system controls, data accuracy & process standardization.
  • Implement digital dashboards for real-time financial insights.
  • Qualifications & Experience :

  • Chartered Accountant mandatory
  • 25-30 years of experience in Accounts, Finance, Controllership
  • Strong exposure to Oil & Gas / LNG / Petrochemical / Refinery / EPC / Power / Metals & Mining / Fertilizer
  • Expertise in IFRS / GAAP, Taxation, Audit & ERP (SAP / Oracle)
  • Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management & communication skills
  • Key Attributes :

  • High integrity & financial discipline
  • Detail-oriented & process-driven
  • Strong analytical mindset
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Strategic thinking + hands-on execution capability
  • Expat Perks & Benefits (for India Nigeria relocation) :

    Compensation & Financial Benefits

  • Highly competitive USD-based salary
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Salary protection & tax structuring support
  • Living & Lifestyle

  • Fully furnished expat accommodation
  • Food allowance / meal facilities
  • Company car + driver
  • Comprehensive medical insurance (self + family)
  • Travel & Mobility

  • Bi-Annual home country trip
  • Work permit & visa processed by company
  • Airport pickup / drop & local mobility support
  • Safety & Security

  • Secure housing in expat zones
  • 247 security & emergency response
  • Local SIM, mobile allowance & support team
  • Additional Perks

  • Learning & leadership development opportunities
  • Exposure to global Oil & Gas operations
  • Family support services for relocation
  • Interested professionals may connect directly with :

    Shekar Tamutkar - Lead Talent Acquisition

    Call / WhatsApp : +234-9059294421 / +91-8660035634

    (ref : iimjobs.com)

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