Associate, Financial Accounting & Reporting - Angola

Location: Luanda

Yinson is passionate about meeting the world’s energy demands in a sustainable way. To achieve this, we believe in attracting great employees through the creation of a vibrant, progressive workplace that puts people first. We’re always on the lookout for experienced and passionate individuals to be part of the team, working and collaborating effectively to make a difference and create impact with individuals, corporations, governments and the business world.

Who are we?

Yinson Production is a leading independent owner and operator of floating storage, production and offloading (FPSO) vessels worldwide. Our position as a top tier FPSO provider is driven by our excellent track record in project execution, industry-leading safety and uptime performance, and a leadership position in sustainable FPSO design. We are now hiring in preparation for further growth.

Job Summary

The Associate, Financial Accounting & Reporting Angola works alongside with the Manager, Financial Accounting & Reporting, assisting in daily finance activities, and supporting the finance team in various tasks to ensure smooth financial operations.

The primary responsibility of this role is to process invoices, ensuring the accuracy of data entry and compliance with tax rates, including applying withholding taxes when applicable.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify incoming invoices for goods and services, ensuring that all details are accurate and in accordance with company policies and local regulations.

• Accurately enter invoice data into the accounting system, ensuring timely and correct processing of payments. Ensure proper application of tax rates and withholding taxes in line with Angolan tax regulations.

• Support the month-end closing process by ensuring all payables are recorded correctly. Assist with reconciling vendor accounts and resolving any discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Maintain organized records of invoices and payments for future reference and audit purposes.

• Coordinate with internal departments and vendors to resolve any invoice-related issues.

• Participate in the continuous improvement of accounts payable processes and procedures.

• Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Manager, Financial Accounting & Reporting.

Other Responsibilities

• Statutory Compliance: Ensure that all applicable tax rates, including VAT and withholding tax, are properly calculated, applied, and reported in accordance with Angolan tax laws.

• Vendor Relationship Management: Foster positive relationships with vendors to facilitate smooth invoicing and payment processes.

• Audit Preparation: Assist in the preparation of documentation for internal and external audits, providing necessary information as requested.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments to ensure that invoices are matched with purchase orders and delivery receipts.

• Health Safety & Environment: Participate in HSE training and actively apply safe practices in daily operations. Maintain a high level of awareness regarding health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards, ensuring adherence to company protocols. Proactively observe and report any unsafe activities, conditions, or situations.

Experience

• Professional experience: A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an accounts payable or related finance role. Experience in a multinational company or audit firm is an advantage.

• Educational Background: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a recognized institution.

• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with accounting software and spreadsheets (e.g., Excel). Knowledge of Angolan accounting and tax laws, VAT, and withholding tax regulations is a plus.

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail when processing invoices and performing reconciliations.

Qualifications

• Language Skills: Proficiency in Portuguese, both written and verbal. Basic knowledge of English is an advantag.

• Adaptability and Teamwork: Proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines. A collaborative team player with a flexible approach.

• Communication Skills: Good communication skills to interact with vendors and internal teams to resolve invoice-related issues and clarify payment concerns.

Our Offer

You will be working in a culturally diverse organization that fosters teamwork and mutual support. Our dynamic workplace not only encourages people to be innovative, creative, and open but is also geared towards realizing ambition. We provide mentorship and coaching to our employees in developing their professional careers with us

Yinson offers an excellent package of benefits and has offices located in a prime location in the city, allowing for easy travel to and from work. Working hours are flexible, with numerous company events held throughout the year.

Please apply via LinkedIn or our candidate portal and include not only a CV but also a motivation / cover letter for the role. CVs without a motivation letter will not be considered.