Accounts Payable Officer at Sahara Group
Sahara Group is a leading privately owned Power, Energy, Gas and Infrastructure Conglomerate established in 1996 with operating companies active in the downstream, midstream, upstream, infrastructure and power sectors. Sahara has presence in different locations including Africa, The Caribbean, Asia and Europe.
The Group’s strategy is to replicate its successes in Oil and Gas sector in the Energy & Infrastructure sector. To achieve this, Sahara has set out a roadmap for investing in people, processes, strategic acquisitions, principal investments and continuous expansion within, initially, the West African energy & infrastructure space, and then globally.Role Accountabilities
Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and services.
To register Vendors details on the ERP
Verify all invoices with the Contracts, Purchase Order, delivery note and management approval
Ensure all expenses are captured in the correct project account
Book approved invoices in through the defined accounting system
Ensure vendors’ payable are instituted prior to the due dates
Ensure Monthly remittances of all statutory deductions: PAYE, Pension, WHT, VAT etc.
Ensure proper documentation of all invoices processed on a real-time basis as defined via Filing Policies
Ensure separate and proper filing of all payments made via Account Payable Module
Carry out reconciliations with vendors as required.
Assist in the monthly, quarterly and annual closing process (accruals, prepayments, etc.)
Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and depreciation of fixed assets.
Professional Qualification
A University Degree (or its equivalent) in accounting or related fields
Minimum of 4 years cognate working experience (Post NYSC) within an upstream company
Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CIMA or CPA
Financial Modeling Skills (is an added advantage)
Vast Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Knowledge & Skills:
Must possess very sound knowledge of basic accounting
Basic knowledge of taxes and statutory deductions in Nigeria
Must be able to do analysis and interpretation of financial transactions.
In-depth Knowledge and Application of International Financial Reporting Standards
Financial Controls
Business Management Capabilities
Knowledge of basic business and accounting software (Knowledge of ERP is an added advantage) & Microsoft Office applications (such as EXCEL, WORD, POWERPOINT, etc)
Spread Sheets and Financial Modelling Skills
Analytical and Logical Reasoning
Ability to prioritize a wide range of tasks.