Jumia Nigeria Job for a Finance Manager, Logistics and Operations

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Jumia Group is a leading global incubator of start-ups. We started operating in Africa in 2012 and since then have launched multiple successful companies, such as Jumia, Jumia Market, Jumia Travel, Jumia Food, Jumia Deals, Jumia House, Jumia Jobs, Jumia Car, Jumia Services We are currently looking for talented people to join our team and embark on an exciting journey in the core of business development, to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager, Logistics and Operations Location: Lagos Objective

As Finance Manager, Logistics and Operations, you will be responsible for providing financial advice and support to the Company in order to make sound business decisions.

Responsibilities Inventory Management:

Establish and monitor appropriate accounting practices to ensure all inventory activities are captured correctly in Inventory Management system and interface accurately into the accounting system
Establish inventory reconciliation procedures to ensure accuracy of all balances
Ensure accurate Inventory ageing and analysis and appropriate provisions are kept in the books for slow and obsolete stock
Ensure accurate book keeping for all initiatives regarding stock in transit and returns to Vendors

Financial Planning and Budget Management:

Prepare the annual operating and strategic plan for the business unit (includes working capital and cashflow projections) to the right quality and to time.
Ensure accuracy in invoicing
Ensure all unit heads are held to account to operate in line with the budget. Full variance analysis and corrective action plans are provided on a periodic basis (e.g. monthly)
Financial analysis as will be required from time to time too aid management decision making.
Prepare unit budgets and consolidate for the business unit and ensure consistency of numbers in line with the Service Level Agreements with each venture.
Deploy best in class cost accounting tools to ensure clarity of cost bases and provide clarity on Cost optimization opportunities, and revenue generating schemes.

Financial Accounting and Reporting:

Ensure completeness, correctness and accuracy of accounting records and transactions in the Financial accounting systems and in line with IFRS.
Ensure internal control processes are working optimally.
Expedite all audit assignments and ensure that recommendations are implemented to time and risks identified are mitigated.
Adequacy of reconciliation with 3rd Party Logistics providers and completeness and accuracy of transactions embarked on with them.
Prepare monthly reconciliation statements of accruals and analysis of expense and revenue heads.
Ensure proper filing of source documents and records relating to the operations of the business unit.
Prepare Monthly Business Review reports fully reconciled to the SLA and the Financial accounting systems.

Fixed Asset and CAPEX Management:

Ensure the completeness and accuracy of the fixed asset register in line with IFRS.
Ensure the adequacy of controls over the additions and disposals of assets and physical verification.

Others:

Provide leadership to finance team members and financial support to unit heads within the Business Unit.

Qualification & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking and Finance, Economics from a reputable University or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years’ in supervisory role with Cost accounting and management experience
Relevant financial accounting and management experience in supply chain operations
Adequate knowledge of the Ecommerce Industry
Master’s Degree in similar role above is an advantage
Certification from any recognized professional body (ACCA, ACA, ICAN, CFA) is compulsory

Competencies Required:

Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external affiliates and clients
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. We are building ventures from scratch, learning and solving problems along the way
Willingness to make decisions as necessary and appropriate in accordance with company policies.
Self-starter who will take initiative to effect positive change
Ability to work independently, as well as with a team
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information and professionalism at all times
Accuracy and attention to detail
Hands-on attitude. E-commerce is 50% operations, so you must not be afraid of rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands dirty
Proficiency in the use of ERP systems
Strong drive and ability to implement change in fast moving organizations