Career Opportunities at KPMG Nigeria

Detailed Job Description

• The Financial Controller will be responsible for owning and managing the implementation of the financial strategy and control framework for the company.
• Established track record of implementing viable commercial growth strategies, instituting operational
• Overseeing and managing all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with the company’s Finance policy, IFRS and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulatory requirements, and internal control/audit requirements
• Optimize the management of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance the company’s cash position
• Overseeing the company’s budgeting process & ensuring full implementation and monitoring of the agreed budget
• Developing and implementing systems to ensure the collection, reporting and analysis of performance data for internal and external accountability and performance improvement
• Providing development opportunities for direct reports that challenge and expand their capability
• Providing leadership that inspires others to succeed and develop, and proactively share experience, knowledge and ideas
• Establishing an environment where the Finance function engages effectively with other groups in a way that ensures both internal customer needs and those of external stakeholders are understood and met
• Ensuring that performance objectives are clearly defined for all job roles within the team and that all staff members are evaluated against agreed performance objectives at pre-defined periods set by the HR function
• Provide business analysis and decision support to the CEO through both proactive and reactive performance analysis and by offering advice on cost management strategies as required

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of university degree or equivalent from a reputable tertiary institution
• Minimum of 10 years’ work experience in a Finance Function
• An MBA or Business related postgraduate degree would be an added advantage
• Experience in agribusiness is an added advantage
• Possession of a recognized professional accounting qualification e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA)
• Excellent communication, business presentation, persuasion, and analytical skills
• Hands on experience in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting

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Detailed Job Description

• The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for the organisations operational and administrative functions.
• The role leads the implementation of the organisations strategic goals around service delivery and performance by driving quality, managing and executing process development initiatives.

Desired Attributes:

• Established track record of implementing viable commercial growth strategies, instituting operational controls, and maximizing business efficiency
• In-depth knowledge and expertise on end-to-end manufacturing operations – previous plant management experience is critical
• Ability to quickly understand the primary drivers of a variety of businesses, diagnose problems, and think through solutions while always focusing on the need for optimal returns on investments
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence and earn trust of the CEO and senior management
• Ability to listen to and interact effectively with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds
• Highly motivated and energetic, with collegial and sharing work style
• Adaptable, resourceful and strong work ethics
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on and problem-solving attitude suited for working with few subordinates or external intermediaries
• High professional integrity and sound business judgment when working with colleagues, potential partners and businesses
• Ability to analyse and understand financial statements
• Proficient in MS Office suite of applications

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant undergraduate degree, with preference given to candidates with an MBA or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Agriculture, Operations, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management
• An MBA or Business related postgraduate degree would be an added advantage
• Excellent understanding of operations in the food industry
• Minimum of 10 years work experience in operation management in the food & beverage sector
• Experience in agribusiness is an added advantage
• Experience serving on Boards of Director