Recruitment at South Atlantic LNG West Africa Limited

South Atlantic LNG West Africa Limited (SALNG) is to carry on the business of oil and gas exploration and production.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Account Officer (Lean Start-up Role)

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• South Atlantic LNG West Africa Limited is seeking a hands-on Accountant / Finance Manager to build and manage the company’s finance function from the ground up.
• This role is critical to the success of our LNG, gas processing, and virtual pipeline projects and requires someone comfortable operating in a lean, fast-moving start-up environment with minimal bureaucracy.
• The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day accounting, cash management, statutory compliance, and financial support for project development and investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Accounting & Finance Operations:

• Set up, maintain, and manage the company’s accounting systems, records, and processes.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and cash flow statements.
• Handle bookkeeping, reconciliations, fixed assets, accruals, and expenses.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

• Manage bank accounts, payment processing, and vendor settlements.
• Track project-related cash flows and funding requirements.
• Ensure strict cash discipline in line with start-up priorities.

Budgeting, Cost Control & Project Finance Support:

• Prepare budgets and forecasts for corporate and project activities.
• Track project costs for LNG facilities, truck loading operations, and virtual pipeline logistics.
• Support financial models, pricing structures, and commercial proposals.

Tax, Statutory & Regulatory Compliance:

• Prepare and file statutory returns including VAT, WHT, PAYE, and CIT.
• Liaise with auditors, tax consultants, banks, and regulators (FIRS, State IRS, CAC).
• Support annual audits and ensure compliance with Nigerian financial regulations.

Governance, Controls & Process Development:

• Establish practical financial controls suitable for a lean organization.
• Draft and implement basic finance policies and approval processes.
• Identify financial and operational risks and proactively manage them.

Founder & Management Support:

• Work closely with company leadership to support investment decisions, funding discussions, and board reporting.
• Provide financial insights to guide project prioritization and growth strategy.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.

Professional Qualification:

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent (strongly preferred).

Experience:

• 4 – 6 years relevant experience, ideally in a start-up, SME, or project-based business.
• Experience in energy, oil & gas, infrastructure, logistics, or industrial projects is an advantage.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong working knowledge of IFRS and Nigerian tax laws.
• Excellent Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and commercially aware.
• Comfortable wearing multiple hats and working in an evolving business.
• High integrity, reliability, and discretion.

Why Join South Atlantic LNG West Africa Limited?

• Salary: N200,000 – N250,000 / month.
• Be a core member of a growing energy start-up shaping Nigeria’s gas future.
• Direct exposure to LNG project development, virtual pipeline operations, and investment structuring.
• Opportunity to grow into a Mid-level leadership or CFO-level role as the business scales.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: aniekan.nyah@southatlanticlng.com using the Job title as the subject of the email.
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Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Nigeria (Project & Plant Site)
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

• We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to support construction, commissioning, and early operations within a lean, multi-disciplinary project team.

Key Responsibilities

•  Provide mechanical engineering support for natural gas pipelines, gas processing units, and LNG facilities.
• Support and supervise mechanical construction works on site, working closely with EPC contractors.
• Review mechanical drawings, equipment datasheets, and vendor documentation.
• Participate actively in mechanical installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up.
• Support troubleshooting and maintenance activities during early plant operations.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, Nigerian regulations, and applicable international codes (ASME, API, ANSI).
• Participate in inspections, punch listing, and system handover.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• COREN registration or eligibility is required.
• 5–7 years’ experience in oil and gas projects.
• Practical experience in natural gas construction projects, including pipelines and/or gas processing facilities (LNG exposure is an advantage).
• Strong site-based construction and commissioning experience.
• Good working knowledge of rotating and static equipment.
• Ability to work independently in a lean team environment.

What We Offer

• Remuneration – N350,000 to N400,000 monthly gross
• Opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of Phase 1 of a strategic indigenous LNG project.
• Competitive remuneration and accelerated professional growth.
• Clear pathway to senior roles during Phase 2 expansion.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: aniekan.nyah@southatlanticlng.com using the Job title as the subject of the email.