Recruitment at Strategic Workforce Solutions

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Strategic Workforce Solutions - Our client based in Abuja is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Finance Location: Abuja

Key Responsibilities

Ensure investigation into statutory regulations violation and take appropriate course of action to prevent recurrence
Report contravention of statutory regulations to the EVC and Executive Management
Review periodic statutory returns to relevant bodies/authorities to ensure completeness and accuracy
Review on sample basis accounting transactions and ensure adherence to professional standards and applicable regulations
Plan and coordinate activities of statutory examiners
Review and respond to Audit/Examination Reports
Develop and maintain relationship with relevant authorities in the interest of the company
Review and authorise transactions of the department in line with our policy
Monitor actual activity and performance levels against the agreed budget and take appropriate corrective action to ensure a cost-justified execution of departmental activities
Ensure that daily, weekly or monthly activity status and performance reports for the department are prepared for the attention of the EVC and other relevant parties
Continually reassess our policies and practices relating to the department and champion the articulation and implementation of the necessary changes in line with best practices
Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports and coordinate activities within the department to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures as well as regulatory and statutory requirements
Coordinate budget preparation processes and conduct periodic budget reviews
Monitor/Control organisation-wide costs position
Champion the formulation of new finance policies and regulations for the organisation
Keep abreast of changes/amendments in relevant regulatory provisions and advise the EVC and Executive Management on major areas impacting our operations
Serve as technical resource for the organisation on issues relating to interpretation of accounting, tax and regulatory provisions
Oversee the preparation financial statements that comply with relevant financial standards and regulations
Other duties assigned.

Qualification and Requirements

Ability to customise pool of information to meet targeted business information need
Ability to analyse industry trends and their impacts on core business and customers
Ability to apply knowledge of key financial indicators/measures to select optimal solutions
Skill in evaluating performance of selected financial strategies
Skill / experience in complex financial / accounting issues and transactions
Effective Presentation Skills
Possesses professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.
Excellent relationship management skills especially with third parties
Good leadership, supervisory and people management skills
Good analytical and problem solving skills.
B.Sc in Accounting or Finance
MBA / M.Sc Finance or Accounting.
ACCA or Professional certification
CPA is highly desirable
Key industry experience in retail and trading is mandatory
5 years minimum management and leadership experience
Fund raising experience is a plus
In depth understanding of management information and reports required by an organisation
Proven ability to provide quality financial advice to the organization
Proven ability to adhere to statutory requirements and generate reports with minimal issues
Good understanding of the products, services, strategy, history, opportunities, technology and trends of the financial services industry
Highly experienced in data gathering and analysis

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Application Deadline 20th March, 2020.

Job Title: Finance and Data Analyst Intern Location: Abuja

Responsibilities In this position, the intern will:

Analyze complex government and private sector data to develop actionable insights for clients
Work closely with management team to develop financial models to help clients and the firm to make investment decisions
Prepare briefing memos, letters, and talking points for senior management
Work across team to develop targeted strategies for specific projects
Work closely with senior management to develop a publishable article on strategy, organizational efficiency, or project management every month
Leverage technology tools to visualize macroeconomic data. Intern will create infographic elements for the organization.
Work closely with social media manager to integrate visual elements into the firmТs communications plan and social media strategy
Prepare proposals for the firm.

Requirements

A recent graduate, an undergraduate or a graduate student in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Project Management.
Other concentrations showing significant alignment with stated requirements will be considered.

Language:

Excellent English writing and speaking skills
Proficiency in French, Igbo, Hausa, or Yoruba will be an advantage
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
Experience building three-way financial models (Statement of Cash Flow, Income Statement, and Balance Sheet) with Microsoft Excel
Experience using PowerBI or Tableau for data visualization will be considered favorably
Experience using any of Microsoft Excel, STATA, R, or Python to analyze complex data
Experience working on a subject area in agriculture, health, or technology will be considered favorably.
Experience working with large-volume reports
Experience working in the financial services or consulting industries will be an advantage
Experience presenting before an audience or interfacing with clients
Tax and or Audit background is a plus.
Background or history of preparing and implementing winning bids is a plus.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job role applied for as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline 15th March, 2020.

Job Title: Head, Retail Operations Location: Abuja

Job Description

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Head Retail Operations to lead their growing team.

Overview of Role

To plan and drive the retail operations so as to ensure maximum sales, maximum profitability, optimum stocking, increase in customer satisfaction and continued business growth
To maintain the desired visual merchandising, retail operations, customer service, replenishment, recovery standards in his/ her area in the store in all aspects
To sponsor and coach the team and drive continuous improvements.

Key Responsibilities Sales and Commercial Performance:

Prepare and participate in the preparation of sales budgets
Maximize sales and profitability of the brand
Maximize productivity targets (sales per sqft, ATV, Conversion etc)
Control costs within budgetary guidelines
Identify internal and external commercial opportunities
Ensure effective Stock and Space Management
Conduct SWOT review to analyze the customer profile
Provide monthly feedback on competitor and event activities
Suggest improvements based on benchmark practices

Inventory Management & Stock Distribution:

Ensure effective Inventory and Warehouse management in the territory (order management, stock consolidation, movement and transfer, optimum stock utilization, stock return and shrinkage)
Review and analyze stock and sales reports monitoring over and under stocks, implementing corrective action to be taken
Review and effectively deal with fast/ slow lines, new ranges and end of ranges and implement necessary action
Provision of monthly feedback to Concept on sales, stock positions and product feedback

Operational Standards and Management:

Ensure all the stores are in compliance with the store operating and customer service standards
Ensure all the stores are in compliance with the company policy on employment and state laws, health and safety standards
Ensure all the stores portrays the company image in all aspects of personal presentation and adheres to the company dress code as laid out by the Company
Ensure all store sales, promotions are planned effectively, executed and promptly and maintained professionally.

People Management:

Manage and support in team recruitment
Ensure that all new recruits understand their job and inducted well within the company
Monitor and appraise the performance of retail staffs in coordination with area retail managers and developing individual career plans.
Set KRA's for direct reports and conduct performance appraisal
Oversee staff deployment and drive motivation levels of the direct reportees.

Requirements

B.Sc in Business Administration or in relevant field
Must have worked for a Retail Company (Supermarkets / Hypermarkets)
Must be residing in Abuja
Knowledge of customer service, office management and basic data recording procedures
Proficiency in English (oral and written)
Solid knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel and Word
Excellent communication and people skills
Good organizational and multitasking abilities
At least 4-8 years experience as Head Retail Operations.