About the Role
Hyde Energy is a reliable global energy trading company with an extensive downstream network, known for delivering high-quality products and services. We are currently seeking a commercially astute and results-driven Financial Controller to lead our financial control, reporting, and compliance functions. In this vital role, you will ensure strong financial governance, effective cost management, and deliver reliable financial insights to support our continued business growth and profitability within the Nigerian energy sector.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee financial reporting, accounting operations, and the preparation of accurate financial statements.
- Lead budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis.
- Monitor revenue, costs, margins, and working capital to support profitability and sound financial decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
- Strengthen internal controls, financial risk management, and overall corporate governance processes.
- Coordinate internal and external audits while ensuring the timely resolution of any audit findings.
- Oversee tax planning, statutory remittances, and comprehensive financial compliance obligations.
- Provide management with actionable financial analysis, strategic insights, and recommendations.
- Drive continuous improvements in financial processes, reporting accuracy, and operational cost efficiency.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to promote accountability and high performance.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Mandatory professional accounting qualification such as ICAN, ACCA, or an equivalent recognized body.
- Minimum of 5 to 8 years of relevant finance and accounting experience, with substantial background in financial control or senior finance roles.
- Demonstrated industry experience working within FMCG or the Oil and Gas sector is strictly required.
- Advanced knowledge of financial reporting standards, budgeting, taxation, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven expertise in financial analysis, cost management, cash flow monitoring, and performance reporting.
- Proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, advanced financial tools, and Microsoft Excel.
- Exceptional analytical, leadership, problem-solving, and cross-functional stakeholder management skills.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards.
- Health insurance and comprehensive medical benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced work environment in the global energy sector.