Fresh Jobs at University Press PLC

Job Overview:

• To enhance our presence in the Lagos and Osogbo markets, we are hiring motivated Educational Sales Representatives. The role involves promoting and selling educational resources to primary and secondary schools, as well as bookstores. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and sales skills, with a focus on building relationships with educational stakeholders to achieve sales targets and drive growth.

Job Description

• Promote and sell educational products to primary schools, secondary schools, and bookstores in the above locations.
• Build and maintain relationships with school administrators, teachers, and bookstore managers.
• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to decision-makers within schools and bookstores.
• Identify new business opportunities and stay informed about market trends and customer needs.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries and ensuring satisfaction with products.

Qualification & Required Skills

• BSc/HND in Marketing or any related discipline with a minimum of second-class lower division or lower credit.
• Membership of the Nigerian Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of two (2) years cognate experience in sales/marketing.
• Ability to work independently and strategically
• Not more than 35 years of age.
• Good driving skills with valid driver’s license.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of the publishing industry and familiar with the operating terrain.
• Computer literacy
• Good mannerisms with high social skills, integrity and strength of character.
• Applicant must be resident in the city of application (Lagos or Osogbo) or be willing to relocate

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Job Overview:

• We are currently seeking competent and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Accounts Officers for our Ilorin, Owerri, and Benin depots. The successful candidates will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions in compliance with company policies, reconciling accounts, and supporting depot operations through sound financial reporting and analysis. They will work closely with the Head Office Finance Team to ensure compliance with internal controls and financial procedures.

Job Description 

• A relevant first degree (BSc/HND) in Accounting with a minimum of second-class lower division/lower credit.
• At least three (3) years post qualification experience in a similar position.
• Membership of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria will be an added advantage
• Not more than 35 years of age
• Must have the ability to pay attention to details
• Proficiency in statistical analysis
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must be pro-active and versatile
• Applicant must be resident in the city of application (Ilorin, Owerri, or Benin) or be willing to relocate.

Qualification & Required Skills  

• Receipts and daily banking of sales proceeds
• Monitoring and reconciliation of customers balances
• Prepare debtor accounts and ensure prompt collection of payment on credit sales
• Preparation and reconciliation of depot float account
• Reconcile all depot transaction accounts
• Write daily, weekly and monthly sales reports to the Head office
• Filing and payments of staff monthly PAYE, Nominal roll and Annual Returns with the Revenue Board
• Ensure compliance with established controls and policies at the Depot and report contravention(s) immediately
• Write and issue out cheques
• Perform other related duties as may be assigned