Apply for Junior Accountant at Mindas Petroleum Limited
About Mindas Petroleum Limited
Mindas Petroleum Limited is a fully Nigerian-owned downstream oil and gas company established in 2008 and headquartered in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. The firm specializes in the trading, supply, and distribution of petroleum products—including petrol (PMS), diesel (AGO), kerosene (DPK), LPG, fuel oil, base oil, and LNG—operating with core values of integrity, professionalism, trust, and respect. With a vision to become a leading indigenous energy provider in Africa, Mindas aims to meet the continent’s growing energy needs while delivering value to stakeholders through transparent and excellence-driven operations.
Summary
- Company: Mindas Petroleum Limited
- Job Title: Junior Accountant
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Location: Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
Job Title: Junior Accountant
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Journals:
- Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded accurately
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and sub-ledgers (AP, AR, bank, intercompany)
Accounts Payable & Receivable:
- Process supplier invoices, issue invoices to clients, and trace payments across platforms
- Reconcile vendor and customer accounts; follow up on discrepancies
Bank & Cash Management:
- Perform regular bank statement reconciliations and monitor cash transactions
- Handle petty cash, cheque registers, and daily cash reconciliations
Financial Reporting:
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements
- Generate and submit routine financial reports and KPIs
Month-End & Audit Support:
- Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities
- Prepare supporting documentation and schedules for internal and external audits
Compliance & Tax:
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian accounting standards (IFRS), tax regulations, and internal controls
- Assist with VAT, PAYE, and other regulatory filings under supervision .
Fixed Assets & Inventory:
- Maintain fixed asset registers, update depreciation schedules, and manage disposals
- Assist with monthly stock counts and reconcile consumption variances (for manufacturing/agri roles)
System & Administrative Duties:
- Enter financial data into ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks)
- Perform bookkeeping tasks, handle documentation and maintain both physical and digital financial records.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field.
- 0–2 years practical accounting experience—internships count
- ICAN student or member, ACCA/CIMA (advantageous) .
- Proficiency in accounting software (SAP, QuickBooks,Sage) and strong Excel skills .
- Solid grasp of accounting principles, IFRS, and Nigeria tax regulations (VAT, PAYE).
- Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and effective communication.
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and collaborate in dynamic environments.
Salary
N170,000 – N200,000 per month.
Application Deadline
16th July, 2025.
Method of Application for Junior Accountant at Mindas Petroleum Limited
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: hr@mindaspetroleum.com using the job title as the subject of the email.