DEME is a world leader in the highly specialised fields of dredging, marine engineering and environmental remediation.The Group can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, being a front runner in innovation and new technologies.
Although DEME's activities originated with its co...
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In this position you will be responsible for the financial (and administrative) follow up of the projects and overheads of the DEME Group in Nigeria.
You will be interacting directly with the Finance Manager.
This role will have the opportunity and responsibility to understand how a dredging project is managed from a financial point of view.
The main functions will be preparing budgets and cash flows, analysing of the results of the project, manage invoice flows and advice on risks and opportunities in projects.
Your responsibilities
Analyse financial results, monitor the budgeting and forecasting control cycle, identify and analyse potential financial risk areas and support or monitor the implementation of risk mitigating activities.
Draw cash flow forecasts and analyse and monitor these, as well as monitor, analyse and advise on hedging of foreign cash flows and fuel.
Ensure all in- and external commercial and financial reporting on the project phases and end results of the project, signal issues and opportunities to in- and external stakeholders, in line with the reporting procedures and deadlines of the DEME Group.
Provide detailed advice and signal opportunities for improvement to (Project) Management on project related financial matters, such as financing possibilities for clients on projects.
Ensure up-to-date knowledge of (local) financial and fiscal laws, theories and developments and financial contractual requirements and apply and share knowledge with colleagues and relevant stakeholders
Work and act in accordance with the applicable QHSE-S instructions and measures, take appropriate measures in case of accidents and hazardous situations and draw proposals for improvement.
Ensure financial project administration, design and follow-up planning, organisation of site logistics, staff support, facilities and general administration, in line with local and legal requirements.
Ad hoc tasks.
Your profile
5 years of progressive responsibility in accounting related functions.
Master’s degree preferably with accounting major or related field.
Proven knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
Very good communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus
Experience working with an international company is a plus.
Our offer
POSITION within an international company, established in Nigeria for 30 years.
WORKING PLACE: Ikoyi, Lagos
Occasional business trips to Port Harcourt/Project Sites possible.
TRAINING opportunities within Nigeria + DEME Group’s headquarters.