SpidNews, Jobs Africa: An Investment advisor seeks to hire a Senior Associate(Finance)

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An African investment advisor with experience transacting internationally and in mergers

& acquisition, capital raising, corporate finance, private capital investment and project
finance strategies across multiple sectors currently seek to fill the role below

JOB TITLE: Senior Associate, Finance

REPORTS TO: Vice President/ Senior President

BUSINESS UNIT: Finance( Corporate Services)

LOCATION: Lagos

LEVEL: Full Time

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION: A bachelors degree in finance, Accounting or a related field from a reputable university

PREFERRED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: 6-8 years of post- graduation experience

SALARY:N8,000,000- N10,000,000 Per Annum

PREFERABLE: Female(For gender balancing) Preferable someone that as worked in one of the Big 4 industry.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure that assigned programs and projects are managed in a financially responsible manner and that significant discrepancies are promptly reported to the Finance Manager for resolution.
Ensure compliance with the applicable procedures and that all supporting documentation is in place and checked prior to processing payment.
Carry out month-end closing activities including reviewing the accuracy and classification of general ledger entries, completing balance sheet reconciliations (including cash/ bank and advances) and calculating the expenditure allocations to projects, where applicable.
Assist in preparation of periodic financial reports, including management account and annual financial statements, in line with the set guidelines and formats.
Support the work plan and budget formulation process by providing cost input and other pertinent data including any commitments and, on a day-to-day basis
Generate budget variance reports for management including comments to justify any significant variances between budgeted and actual expenditure.
Prepare the bank reconciliation on a monthly basis and submit reconciliations for final review and approval by the Finance Manager.
Maintain the fixed asset register and inventory records in line with related policies and procedures.
Provide auditors and other reviewers with relevant input/ information and any other required assistance to ensure that the reviews run smoothly.
Implement audit recommendations and provide regular progress updates to the Finance Manager.
Review monthly statutory deduction schedule (PAYE, withholding tax and Pension deductions) to ensure accuracy and timely remittances to the relevant authority.
Supervise and provide mentoring to direct reports.
Be a key point of contact for other internal units and for external contacts e.g. banks, tax consultants etc., on financial and accounting matters
Any other tasks assigned by the Finance Manager that can reasonably be expected of a senior finance officer, but not necessarily specified above.

DESIRED SKILLS:

Accurate attention to detail
Exceptional communication, presentation and business writing skills
Project management expertise
Strong analytical and execution skills
Strategic thinking and decision-making ability
Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to handle confidential issues with discretion
Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to work with minimal or no supervision
Proficient use of the basic finance software packages

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field from a reputable university
Minimum of six (6) years post NYSC working experience with at least 2 years reporting to Senior Management
ICAN or ACCA certification
Vast knowledge of Nigerian Financial Regulation and Tax Laws, with specific experience in dealing directly with FIRS and LIRS.
Preferable someone that as worked in one of the Big 4 industry.

THE FOLLOWING WILL BE ADDED ADVANTAGES: