Senior Financial Analyst / Finance Manager at Proten

Proten is an international Human Capital Development firm that offers a wide range of Training, Coaching and Consulting services to individuals, small businesses and corporate and governmental organisations. Our client base spreads across Europe and Africa with head offices in London, United Kingdom and Lagos, Nigeria. Human Capital is undoubtedly one of the most important elements of success in any organisation today. Developing human capital requires creating and cultivating environments in which human beings can rapidly learn and apply new ideas, competencies, skills, behaviours and attitudes. Proten International assists organisations across Europe and Africa in providing opportunities for people to create shared understanding, explore new ideas and apply them. The tools for creating these opportunities include training, facilitation, coaching and consulting. Our focus is to create an enabling environment for businesses and organisations to start – up and thrive through a range of business development services. We also work with Corporate and Governmental organisations to optimize their productivity and performance through a range of advisory, consulting and other services. We aim to understand the needs of every organisation and its people and work hand-in-hand with them to fulfil them. We strongly believe that a highly performing and productive workforce will lead to a profitable organisation.Job Summary

To drive financial strategy, project finance, and commercial analysis across its gas commercialisation and LNG portfolio.
The successful candidate will lead financial modelling, capital raising, investment analysis, and commercial structuring while supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring regulatory compliance.
This role is ideal for a finance professional with extensive experience in the Nigerian oil & gas industry, particularly within gas infrastructure, LNG, or midstream operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis:

Develop financial models, investment appraisals, and business cases for gas infrastructure and LNG projects.
Conduct financial analysis, ROI assessments, scenario planning, and capital budgeting.
Prepare financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term business projections.

Project Finance & Investment:

Lead capital raising initiatives with banks, Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), private equity firms, and strategic investors.
Prepare investment memoranda, financial presentations, and investor-ready documentation.
Support due diligence processes and evaluate financing opportunities.

Commercial & Strategic Advisory:

Provide financial and commercial advice on gas commercialisation, LNG pricing, and contract structuring.
Support negotiations for gas sales agreements, offtake arrangements, and commercial partnerships.
Develop commercial strategies that maximise profitability and business growth.

Risk Management & Compliance:

Assess financial risks, market exposure, and investment opportunities.
Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and industry standards, including NMDPRA, FIRS, and other regulatory requirements.
Support due diligence activities for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and greenfield projects.

Reporting & Performance Management:

Monitor financial and operational KPIs across gas and LNG projects.
Prepare executive and Board-level financial reports and strategic insights.
Present financial performance, investment opportunities, and business recommendations to senior management and external stakeholders.

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
MBA, CFA, ACA/FCA, ACCA/FCCA, or other relevant professional qualifications are highly desirable.
Minimum of 10 years' experience in financial analysis, corporate finance, investment analysis, or project finance within the oil & gas or energy sector.
Demonstrated experience in project finance, fundraising, investor relations, and capital raising.
Strong knowledge of gas commercialisation, LNG markets, project economics, and financial modelling.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling techniques.
Good understanding of Nigeria's gas value chain, fiscal policies, pricing frameworks, and regulatory environment.
Experience supporting investment decisions, commercial negotiations, and strategic business planning.
Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, investors, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies.

Key Competencies

Financial Planning & Analysis
Project Finance & Capital Raising
Financial Modelling & Valuation
Investment Analysis & Business Case Development
Gas Commercialisation & LNG Economics
Commercial Structuring & Contract Negotiation
Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance
Strategic Planning & Decision Support
Stakeholder & Investor Management
Leadership, Communication & Presentation

Salary
Open to Negotiation.