Benel Energy Recruitment for Graduate Finance Associate

Benel Energy is a knowledge driven organisation that provides technical and innovative solutions to the oil and gas industry in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa with vast experience in the oil and gas upstream operations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Graduate Finance Associate
Job Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Finance Manager

Job Description

• Benel Energy Resources Limited is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Graduate Finance Associate to join our finance team.
• This is an entry-level position suitable for a recent graduate who is eager to develop their accounting skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment within the oil and gas sector.
• The successful candidate will assist in maintaining financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Support the finance team in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain and update accounting records, including but not limited to accounts payable, receivables, and general ledger entries.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of bank statements to ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Assist in the review and reconciliation of expenses and ensure proper documentation and adherence to company policies.
• Assist with tax filing processes, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Support the preparation of departmental budgets and forecasts, and assist in tracking expenses against budget allocations.
• Assist in internal and external audits, preparing documentation as required by auditors.
• Input and maintain financial data in accounting software to ensure up-to-date and accurate records.
• Prepare invoices for clients and track payments, ensuring timely collection of receivables.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance department as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 0-2 years of experience as a Finance associate or Accountant
• Professional certifications (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) or ongoing certification processes will be an added advantage.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Basic understanding of financial and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (knowledge of SAP or QuickBooks is a plus).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Competencies:

• Integrity and strong ethical standards.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Eagerness to learn and develop in the finance field.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.

Remuneration
Competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with industry standards.