FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT AT FESMOS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

About Company:

FESMOS International limited is an experienced Engineering Servicing Company with an excellent track record in Civil/Mechanical Construction and Maintenance Works, Electrical and Instrumentation services e.t.c in the oil and gas industries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Description:

Financial Reporting, Strategy & Leadership:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the company’s operational and expansion goals.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the Managing Director and executive team.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Evaluate investment opportunities, project profitability, and return on capital.
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS & local regulatory requirements.
• Maintain the general ledger, ensuring proper classification and reconciliation of accounts.
• Monitor project accounting, including job costing, progress billing,work-in-progress (WIP), and project profitability analysis.

Establishment of Accounting Systems & Processes:

• Design and implement a standardized accounting system tailored to EPC operations.
• Introduce appropriate accounting software (ERP/financial tools) and digital financial workflows.
• Create and document financial policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), internal controls, and reporting templates.
• Ensure proper record-keeping, cost tracking, contract accounting, and project-based financial management.
• Support management decision-making through financial modelling, variance analysis, and scenario planning.

Financial Operations, Internal Control & Compliance:

• Oversee daily finance and accounting functions across all business units.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and intercompany transactions.
• Manage relationships with auditors, tax authorities, regulatory bodies, and financial institutions.
• Implement strong internal controls to prevent fraud and financial misstatements.
• Conduct regular internal audit reviews across finance and operational processes to ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, pension regulations, statutory filings, and industry-specific requirements (e.g., DPR/NUPRC financial submissions).
• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory agencies.

Cash Flow, Treasury & Risk Management:

• Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity needs.
• Oversee payroll, vendor payments, and client invoicing to maintain healthy financial cycles.
• Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Advise on foreign exchange, credit exposure, and funding requirements.
• Manage banking relationships, fund transfers, and liquidity planning.

Project Finance & EPC Cost Control:

• Implement project-based financial monitoring and reporting for all engineering and construction activities.
• Work closely with procurement, operations, and project managers to control project costs.
• Track job costs, material procurement expenses, subcontractor payments, and milestone-based billing.
• Support bidding and tendering processes with accurate cost projections and financial models.
• Review vendor contracts, purchase orders, project budgets, and financial terms to ensure compliance and cost efficiency.

Leadership & Team Development:

• Build and manage the finance and accounting team as the company grows.
• Train staff on standards, procedures, and financial systems.
• Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Contribute to policy formulation, business planning, and operational improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred).
• ACA/ACCA or similar professional certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive financial leadership experience in EPC or oil & gas companies.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations, taxation, and industry standards.
• Experience in setting up financial systems and processes from scratch is essential.
• Proficiency in ERP solutions (e.g. SAGE 300), project accounting tools, and advanced financial modeling.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 31st December, 2025

Application Instructions:

Qualified candidates should send their CV  to: hr@fesmosinternational.com using the job title as the subject of the email.