Accounting Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 9, 2026. Eni scores A on the Alion truth index.
Job title: Accounting Specialist
Location: Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Job reference #: 34153
Contract type: Fixed-term. Applicants must already by based in Côte d'Ivoire and be legally authorised to live and work in Côte d'Ivoire at the time of application.
Language requirements: Advanced French and intermediate English
At Eni, we are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join Eni Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan.
About Eni Côte d'Ivoire
Eni Côte d'Ivoire is a leading energy company committed to the energy transition and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Present in Côte d'Ivoire since 2015, Eni is actively involved in the exploration and development of hydrocarbon resources, including the significant Baleine and Calao discoveries, which are the largest in the country's history. Eni's operations in Côte d'Ivoire focus on sustainable development, leveraging innovative technologies and partnerships to enhance the value of natural gas and support local communities through initiatives in education, health, and agricultural production.
Advantages of working for Eni Côte d'Ivoire include opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and innovative environment, a commitment to sustainability, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on local communities.
Main responsibilities:
- Assist with monthly accounting close procedures and deliverables, including journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
- Perform balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Prepare financial statements and support financial reporting activities.
- Support the preparation of annual audits and tax returns.
- Process monthly sales and use tax reporting.
- Review day-to-day payables for accuracy and completeness.
- Manage fixed asset accounting, including transitioning fixed assets into the ERP system and maintaining them on a monthly basis.
- Document business processes and accounting policies to support business continuity.
- Assist with the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for accounting policies, regulations and reconciliation processes.
- Assess internal controls, including conducting risk assessments and reviewing areas of financial and operational risk.
- Supervise accounting staff.
- Support ad hoc accounting projects and other related activities as required.
Skills and experience required:
- Bac+2/Bac+3 qualification in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
- Advanced level of French and intermediate level of English.
- 4-5 years of relevant professional experience.
- Strong knowledge of SAP preferred.
- Accounting experience in a multi-entity environment preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to think strategically.
- Ability to multitask, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
How to apply:
- Applications are only accepted through our online application system.
- Please upload your CV in English.
About Eni
Eni is a global energy company operating in 61 Countries, with over 30,000 employees. Originally an oil & gas company, it has evolved into an integrated energy company, playing a key role in ensuring energy security and leading the energy transition. Eni's goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 through the decarbonization of its processes and of the products it sells to its customers. In line with this goal, Eni invests in the research and development of technologies that can accelerate the transition to increasingly sustainable energy. Renewable energy sources, bio-refining, carbon capture and storage are only some examples of Eni's areas of activity and research. In addition, the company is exploring game-changing technologies such as fusion energy - a technology based on the physical processes that power stars and that could generate safe, virtually limitless energy with zero emissions.
Working at Eni
At Eni we believe in enterprising people, capable of making a difference and making their contribution with passion and innovation, to respond to the global challenges of the energy transition. For us, the skills and attitudes of each individual, continuous training, and diversity and inclusion are fundamental. We promote flexible ways of working with particular attention to well-being, welfare and work life-balance. Eni will evaluate applications considering plurality and diversity as sources of enrichment. If your application is assessed to be among those most in line with the required profile, you will be contacted to continue the selection process. Whatever your ambition, at Eni you can find the tools to make it happen.
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