Recent Job Vacancies at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC), 23rd September 2019

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PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) - Our client is a widely recognised Specialist Life Assurance Company in Nigeria, serving thousands of customers with bespoke insurance products tailored for each phase of their lives. The company is aimed at improving the quality of life of clients by providing prompt and quality insurance service delivery. They offer a range of insurance products such as annuity, investment plans, group life plans and much more. We are recruiting on behalf of our client to fill the position below:             Job Title: Manager - Assurance Financial Services Reference Number: 125-NIG00220 Location:  Lagos Job Profile Summary

• A career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities.
• Our clients are often well-known brands, and many have broad international reach.
• We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.

Roles & Responsibilities

• As a Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:
• Supervise and manage financial audits of medium and large scale Organisations e.g Banks, insurance companies and Pension funds using International Standards on Auditing (ISA)
• Supervise and manage financial audits of multinational Organisations e.g banks, insurance companies and pension funds using International Standards on Auditing (ISA)
• Manage accounting advisory and other assurance engagements
• Manage teams on the field during Assurance engagements, typically coordinating more than one engagement team at a time.
• Support PwC’s training and risk management functions
• Involve in Practice management and business development activities
• Act to resolve issues which prevent effective team working even during times of change and uncertainty

Requirements

• Must be working in a consulting/Audit firm - 6-8 years’ professional experience in external audit of organisations in the financial services sector (e.g Banks, insurance companies and Pension funds) ; with a minimum of 2 years in a managerial role.
• ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent)
• Have deep technical knowledge and understanding of the application of relevant International Financial Reporting Standards
• Demonstrate an understanding of regulatory pronouncements that are applicable to banks, Investment companies and other Financial services companies
• Pursue opportunities to develop existing and new skills outside of your comfort zone
• A passion for delivering an exceptional client service and building trusted relationships.
• Ability to analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.
• Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.
• Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.
• Focus on developing a perspective on key global trends, including globalisation, and how they impact the firm and our clients.
• Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties
• Focus on upholding the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.
• A proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients
• Effective communication skills when working at all levels
• Possess the ability and maturity to resolve issues which prevent effective team working, even during times of change and uncertainty.
• Ability to coach others and encourage them to take ownership of their development.
• Ability to perform and deliver on multiple commitments concurrently with ease and professionalism

Application Deadline: 25th September, 2019.             Job Title: Chief Operating Officer Reference Number: 130-PEO01101 Location:  Lagos Roles & Responsibilities

• The COO is responsible for handling the overall internaloperations of the firm.
• This role collaborates with the Principal Partner, ManagingPartner and Heads of Business Units to develop the firm’s operational plans andis charged with facilitating and implementing these plans across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy Formulation and Implementation
• Operations Management
• Financial Management
• Human Resources Management
• Administration and Procurement
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Leadership and People Management

Requirements Education:

• Minimum of a university degree in Social Science, Management, Business, Finance, or any related field.
• Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis with previous experience overseeing human resources, information technology, operations and facilities.
• An MBA or Master’s degree in any business-related discipline is an added advantage
• Relevant professional certifications from a reputable institution e.g. ICAN, ACCA, CIPM or its equivalent is required

Experience:

• Minimum of fifteen (15) years’ post-graduation experience with at least five (5) years’ experience in a Management role
• Experience managing a Law Firm or working within a Law Firm is an added advantage

  Application Deadline: 30th September, 2019.               Job Title: Chief Information Officer Reference Number: 130-PEO01105 Location: Lagos Department: People & Change Nigeria Job type: Permanent Roles & Responsibilities

• The role holder would be responsible for championing the company’s technology vision and alignment of technology initiatives with strategic business objectives, oversee the development and deployment of efficient technology operating models and processes, security of the company’s information assets.

Other responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, implement and direct the company’s IT strategic plan to accomplish business goals and objectives.
• Advise Executives and Management on information technology and provide status reports on technology initiatives.
• Provide vision and leadership in all aspects of IT management and operations towards attaining the company’s current and future technology objectives.
• Responsible for IT budgeting and financial planning to ensure cost improvement.
• Set the company’s overall technology standards and practices.
• Make recommendations as well as explaining technology solutions to Management.
• Providing leadership and managing career development of direct reports.
• Oversee the development, implementation and management/maintenance of the company’s information technology and security policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Manage the day-to-day, overall information technology operations.
• Overall responsibility for liaising between business functions and IT, coordinating technical information and plans.
• Provide input on hiring decisions for technology staff.
• Design, plan and implement a companywide disaster recovery plan.
• Establish and oversee the implement short- and long-term departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Overall responsibility for the management and success of technology projects.
• Oversee service management of vendors, outsourced operations and other third-party relationships.
• Develop metrics for tracking performance implemented technology initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related discipline
• Relevant master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Professional Membership:

• Professional certification in the areas of IT service management, IT governance, enterprise architecture, information systems security and Project Management, etc. is an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years post qualification experience in information systems management.
• Relevant work experience in the financial services industry will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Broad knowledge of all aspects of IT
• Strategic planning
• Excellent communication skills
• Tactical implementation abilities
• Project management methodologies
• Leadership skill in technology management
• In-depth knowledge of company’s data requirement
• State-of-the-art knowledge of information systems security

Generic Skills:

• Initiative
• Excellent judgment and planning abilities
• Documentation skills
• Taking ownership
• Strong analytical and problem solving
• Good negotiation skill
• Interpersonal Skill.

Supervisory Skills:

• General managerial/ administration
• Coaching/mentoring and team building
• Conflict management
• Leadership / Influencing
• Organization and coordination skills
• Additional Information.

Application Deadline:  27th September, 2019.               Job Title: Head, Financial Services Division Reference Number: 130-PEO01107 Location: Lagos Department: People & Change Nigeria Job type: Permanent Roles & Responsibilities

• This individual will be primarily responsible for the Organisation’s Group Finance function, and in this capacity will provide guidance, leadership support and strategic direction in the execution of the activities of the Finance function for the Group and all Subsidiaries.
• He/ she will also be responsible for assessing financial risks and opportunities, facilitating the setting and tracking of financial goals, objectives and budgets.

Strategic:

• Oversee the development and implementation of the Finance function’s operational strategy, work plans, programmes, systems, controls, policies and procedures to ensure the company’s group maintains a rigorous financial framework in alignment with company’s strategy, goals and objectives
• Ensure the establishment and implementation of best practice financial activities supported by sound financial discipline in line with the Group’s finance policies
• Provide timely, accurate and relevant information and support for Executive Management, Board Committees and Board of Directors meeting.
• Identify financial implications of strategic projects/initiatives within the company’s group, and advise Executive Management accordingly
• Provide detailed, accurate and timely financial statements, including Management reports/analytics depicting the financial position of the organisation; ensure accurate information on performance is provided to key stakeholders, including regulators, investors and the general public
• Identify and address financial risks and opportunities for the Group, and present long-term investment opportunities for Executive Management’s consideration
• Review and recommend appropriate investment and portfolio management strategies for the Company through robust investment research and execution of the approved Investment Policy
• Develop finance and accounting-related policies and processes in line with relevant local and global standards, to guide the Company’s finance operations
• Facilitate the development of the Group’s annual budget(s) and monitor/report the performance against the approved budget(s)
• Facilitate external audit of the Group and subsidiaries with minimal exceptions
• Ensure legal, statutory and regulatory documents are filed in a timely manner and monitor compliance with relevant guidelines, laws and regulations
• Facilitate annual Group/Company valuation to monitor growth of the Group/Company

Operational:

• Ensure robust and well-structured planning/budgeting/forecasting processes for the company’s Group
• Ensure full compliance to the Group’s internal policies and processes
• Oversee key practices that provide optimal cash and liquidity management for the company
• Develop/Review and present Executive Committee (ExCo) and Board Papers, as required
• Facilitate the development and/or update of finance-related policies & processes, and ensure adequate enlightenment among staff members
• Ensure financial controls are embedded in the Group’s finance operations and practices
• Build a competent finance team and facilitate capacity building and knowledge transfer to all team members across the Division, to improve overall performance

Requirements Qualification & Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or any related discipline from an accredited University
• An advanced degree in Finance (MBA or M.Sc.) is strongly preferred
• Relevant accounting professional qualifications e.g. ACA, ACCA, CFA, FRM, PRM, ACIB, etc.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years post-professional qualification experience with at least six (6) years in a senior management role in a reputable and structured organisation
• Experience in the Capital Markets Industry is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proven track record of working in the Capital Markets Industry
• Very good knowledge of the Nigerian Financial Markets
• Advanced financial and accounting knowledge, including understanding of local and global finance best practices in operations and reporting standards
• Strong business acumen and tact
• Good understanding of macroeconomic indices and their impact on business
• Knowledge of best practices in process improvement and internal controls
• Good understanding of tax regulations and applications
• High level of integrity and sound ethics
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent writing and reporting skills
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.

Application Deadline: 17th October, 2019.               Job Title: Auditor Reference Number: 125-NIG00221 Location: Lagos Job type: Contract Department: Assurance Roles & Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for working as part of an engagement team carrying out the audit of companies in the Financial Services, Oil and Gas, FMCG industry, under the supervision of Audit Seniors and Audit Managers.
• Establish working knowledge of the client’s accounting procedures and processes.
• Evaluate internal control systems and policies and procedures; making recommendations for improvements.
• Perform substantive tests and tests of controls to identify and resolve accounting or reporting issues.
• Identify any accounting or audit issues and perform the necessary research to resolve such issues.
• Provide recommendations for strengthening internal controls and promoting business efficiency.
• Proactive in seeking coaching and clarification on assigned tasks from the audit seniors and audit managers.
• Works as an effective team member to complete project components and assigned tasks, including.
• Assisting with the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures and management letter comments.
• Assisting with engagement administration including preparation of audit plans, budgets and engagement letters.
• Preparing client assistance schedules (CAS) and following-up on client deliverable

Requirements

• ICAN/ACCA or its equivalent (qualified/part qualified)
• A good degree from a reputable university with not less than a second class lower.
• 2- 4 years Auditing, Finance and Accounting experience.
• Excellent analytical, presentation and research skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to take responsibility for personal growth
• Excellent attention to detail

Application Deadline: 4th October, 2019.               Job Title: Chief Investment Officer Reference Number: 130-PEO01102 Location: Abuja Department: People & Change Nigeria Job type: Permanent Roles & Responsibilities

• Reporting to the CEO, the successful candidate will have oversight responsibility for the investment of the client's funds.
• S/he will oversee the client’s relationships with financial institutions, capital markets, and multilateral institutions with respect to investments.
• The CIO is accountable for the performance and safety of the client’s portfolios.Specifically, the ideal candidate will:
• Work closely with the Board of Directors:
  • To develop and maintain the client’s overall investment strategies and policies and
  • To advise the Board on how to balance the risk and returns inherent in the client’s various portfolios
• Be responsible for ensuring that the implementation of the client’s investment decisions are consistent with defined risk tolerances and investment strategies; assuring that they are based on sound portfolio management principles
• Lead the development of a highly motivated team of investment management professionals who are responsible for the management of the client’s portfolios.

Requirements Qualifications, Experience and Attributes:

• A good first degree from a reputable institution.
• Post-graduate degree(s), such as MBA, and relevant professional qualification, such as CFA, would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years management experience in investment management and/or infrastructure investing.
• Deep understanding of global trends and advances in asset management.

Additional Information In addition, candidates for this role must possess the following attributes:

• Proven leadership, negotiating and influencing skills.
• Excellent networking skills, particularly relationship-building, interpersonal and communication skills.
• The position is based in Abuja, Nigeria. The role is open to Nigerians within and outside the country, who have completed the National Youth Service Programme and non-Nigerians. Women are strongly encouraged to apply for the position.

  Application Deadline: 11th October, 2019.               Job Title: Associate - Bid Office (Internal Firm Services) Reference Number: 125-NIG00182 Location: Lagos Job type: Permanent Department: Internal Firm Services Roles

• To help drive the pursuit strategy for achieving the firm's goals with respect to winning work by providing support on proposal and pitch preparation across all lines of service.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth running of the bid office by: maintaining the weekly actions log, providing bid status report, and tracking progress updates.
• Enable access to best practice tools by: updating content on the Bid Office portal, e.g. e.g. sourcing and updating capability statements, templates, sourcing and updating CVs and citations, etc
• Help raise awareness of Bid Office tools/portal by: creating communications, booking BU meeting slots, etc
• Support delivery of training by: managing the logistics for training events in liaison with L&D - writing winning proposals and other Pursuit training
• Make recommendations for improving the quality of proposals
• Attend industry Cross Line of Service meetings (as required)
• Carry out ad hoc bid office duties and respond to ad hoc bid office issues.
• Experience in proposal management and bid advice
• Experience of drafting and reviewing written communications
• A drive to provide excellent client service through the proposal process
• Ability to prioritise and work within tight deadlines
• Support innovation in proposal delivery

Education and Experience

• Minimum of first degree in any discipline is required
• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience in Proposal Management.

Competencies:

• Problem solving and analytical
• Experience of drafting and reviewing written communications
• Communication (written & verbal)
• A drive to provide excellent client service through the proposal process
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and work within tight deadlines
• Timeliness and attention to detail
• Support innovation in proposal delivery
• Innovative

  Application Deadline: 1st October, 2019.   How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply  

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