Account & Payable Manager

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account & Payable Manager

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• This role is responsible for implementing strong financial controls, improving process efficiency, managing vendor relationships, and supporting the company’s broader financial goals.
• The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in accounts payable operations within the oil and gas or EPC industry.
• Manager- Accounts and Payables will lead the company’s accounts payable function, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all vendor payments in compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounts payable team by setting performance targets, monitoring KPIs, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Lead and oversee the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of invoices, purchase orders, vendor payments, and account reconciliations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective accounts payable policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with financial, tax, regulatory, and audit requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships, resolve payment-related issues, oversee vendor onboarding, and negotiate favorable payment and credit terms where appropriate.
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging schedules, cash disbursement forecasts, and payment performance metrics, while collaborating with the Treasury team to support effective cash flow management.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen controls, and optimize ERP-based accounts payable workflows.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience in the oil and gas, EPC, or energy services industry is highly desirable.
• Professional certification: ICAN, ACCA, or CPA (required).
• Proficiency in ERP and digital AP tools.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax regulations, procurement-to-payment cycles, and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, etc.).
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in accounting and payables management, with at least 3 years in a senior or leadership role.

Key Attributes:

• Proactive, organized, and solutions-driven
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy
• Strong ethical standards and integrity
• Strong analytical and financial control mindset