Job Openings at First Ally

Under general direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Junior Finance Officer performs a wide range of complex professional accounting duties in the analysis, preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports; makes complex and difficult accounting analyses and reports; and performs related duties as assigned.

Functions/Descriptions

• Responsible for the daily and monthly reconciliation of all correspondence bank accounts within the Group as directed by the CFO
• Directly responsible for the daily reconciliation of Symplus software accounting module, including investigation of variances if any and ensure that the variances/differences are corrected immediately
• Responsible for the daily check and follow-up of all client accounts with respective correspondence banks.
• Analysing subsidiary petty cash expenses
• Preparation of Amortization schedules for prepaid assets
• Preparation and maintenance of Fixed Asset register
• Responsible for weekly and monthly instrument posting into the Symplus software
• Directly responsible for the preparation of monthly account payables and schedules Such as VAT (Value Added Tax)
• Withholding taxes (WHT) for both state and federal tax authorities inducing follow-up on obtaining Tin numbers for the various service providers
• Coordination and preparation of annual electronic tax clearance forms for processing of employee tax clearance certificates
• Provide assistance to the CFO regarding the integrity of the General Ledger, the preparation of monthly management reports, budget input and monitoring and production of all financial reports on a monthly basis as well as end-of-year accounts close process
• Supports HR in the preparation of Monthly payroll and statutory payment processing on schedule by collating, inputting and checking all payroll data to be correct
• Actively support the Asset management operations team and FX team for daily transaction call overs
• Disbursement of petty cash and reporting, ensuring that the cash book and petty cash are updated on a daily basis

Skills Required

• Good presentation and excellent courtesy attitude
• Excellent numerical skills
• Must be proficient in the use of MS Office tools most especially Microsoft Excel
• Must be able to work under pressure with less supervision
• Must demonstrate a good analytical mind
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a Team
• Must have a good understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards
• Must have a good understanding of the Financial Services Sector
• Must be articulate and have good presentation skills

Qualifications

• B.Sc (Hon) Degree with a minimum of Second Class Upper (2’1) from a recognized University
• Must have registered for ICAN or ACCA
• Completed National Youth Service Programme (NYSC)

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Our company seeks a Head, Risk Management in the provision of leadership and direction required to analyse and assess the risk in the organisation and design and implement strategies and processes which mitigate threats to the successful delivery of the organisation’s corporate and business plans and desired outcomes.

Functions/Descriptions

• Designing  and implementing an overall risk management process for the organization, which includes an analysis of the financial impact on the company when risks occur
• Assessing risk by analysing current risks and identifying potential risks that can affect the organization
• Evaluating risks by comparing the estimated risk against the given risk criteria with the aim of determining the significance of the risk
• Establishing the level of risk the organization is willing to take and ensuring that adequate controls are in place
• Delivering regular risk analysis reports to Executive Management with actionable plans for avoidance or prevention of possible threats at all levels
• Creating and ensuring that business continuity plans are in place to limit risks
• Building risk awareness amongst staff by providing support and training within the organization
• Training & mentoring direct reports
• Performing all other duties as may be assigned by Managing Director

Skills Required

• Excellent understanding of the business
• Excellent client relationship development/management
• Risk Management
• Financial Markets Knowledge
• Analytical and Numerical skills
• Attention to details
• Communication and presentation skills
• Results/Action Orientation
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

Qualifications

First Degree - At least second-class upper degree in finance or related courses

Professional certification - Membership in professional bodies such as ICAN and ACCA will be an advantage

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Our company seeks a Risk Analyst to analyse and assess the risk in the organisation and design and implement strategies and processes which mitigate threats to the successful delivery of the organisation’s corporate and business plans and desired outcomes.

Functions/Descriptions

• Designing  and implementing an overall risk management process for the organization, which includes an analysis of the financial impact on the company when risks occur
• Assessing risk by analysing current risks and identifying potential risks that can affect the organization
• Evaluating risks by comparing the estimated risk against the given risk criteria with the aim of determining the significance of the risk
• Establishing the level of risk the organization is willing to take and ensuring that adequate controls are in place
• Delivering regular risk analysis reports to Executive Management with actionable plans for avoidance or prevention of possible threats at all levels
• Creating business continuity plans to limit risks
• Building risk awareness amongst staff by providing support and training within the organisation

Skills Required

• Excellent understanding of the business
• Excellent client relationship development/management
• Risk Management
• Financial Markets Knowledge
• Analytical and Numerical skills
• Attention to details
• Communication and presentation skills
• Results/Action Orientation
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

Qualifications

First Degree - At least second-class upper degree in finance or related courses

Professional certification - Membership of professional bodies such ICAN, ACCA will be an advantage

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Our company seeks an Internal Audit Officer for the provision of an independent, objective assurance and consulting service that adds value to our operations. Evaluation and improvement of the effectiveness of corporate governance, risk management and control processes within the organization.

Functions/Descriptions

• Assists the Head of internal Audit in the review of assigned units in the Group specifically (FACL, FABDC, FAISL and FAAM)
• Carries out peripheral audit activities within the Group E.g. Call over, Spot Checks, Security Sweeps, and specific audit assignments
• Assist in collection of evidence, gathering of information necessary for investigation reports and unit review
• Follows up on the processors for regularization of exceptions noted from audit reviews
• Participates in stock taking of Company assets, and verification of new assets bought for the Company
• Perform other duties as assigned by Head of Audit

Skills Required

• Excellent Audit and Control Skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Risk Management & Accounting
• Results/Action Orientation
• Presentation Skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

Qualifications

First Degree - At least second-class upper degree in finance or related courses

Professional certification - Membership of professional bodies such as ICAN, and ACCA will be an advantage