Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the Position of Accountant at Sahara Group.
About Sahara Group
Sahara Group, established in 1996 with Sahara Energy Resource Limited as its first company, initially focused on trading petroleum products. Over the years, it has evolved into a multifaceted conglomerate operating in sectors such as upstream, midstream, downstream, power, and infrastructure development. Sahara Group’s strength lies in its ambidexterity and ability to create extraordinary solutions from ordinary circumstances, tailored for diverse markets. Through investments in people, technology, strategic acquisitions, and expansion programs, Sahara continually explores new frontiers in energy provision. Embracing good corporate citizenship, the company promotes global sustainable development and transparency in business, collaborating with multilateral organizations and stakeholders worldwide.
Job Summary
- Company: Sahara Group
- Job Title: Financial Accounting & Reporting Manager
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Locations: Lagos Nigeria
Job Title: Financial Accounting & Reporting Manager
Job Description
Role Accountabilities:
- Intercompany Reconciliation: Create, update, and review intercompany transactions and charges, maintain reconciled balances, and provide bases for intercompany charges for board meetings and audits.
- Management Information Report: Compare budgets to actual performances, perform variance analyses, develop cost control mechanisms, and present financial performance to the Board.
- Financial Reporting: Review trial balances, reconcile accounts, generate financial statements, and support month-end and year-end closures.
- Support: Assist with budget preparation, audits, tax filings, and provide finance and tax advisory to other departments.
- Tax: Handle CIT returns, PAYE returns, pension returns, and remittances.
- Audit: Conduct audit procedures and interface with internal and external audit personnel.
See Also:
Skill and Requirements for the Position of Accountant at Sahara Group
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) is preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial accounting and reporting, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and tax regulations.
- Ability to analyze financial data, perform variance analyses, and develop cost control mechanisms.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to present financial performance to the
- Board and provide clear financial advisory services.
- Proven ability to mentor and develop junior finance staff. Strong organizational and time management skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and reconciliation processes.
Deadline
29th March, 2026
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