Jobs at Andersen

We are looking to hire a Manager in the Financial Advisory unit of our Business Advisory Division. The ideal candidate will offer financial advisory services with expertise in Mergers/Acquisitions, Restructuring, Financial Modelling, Business Valuation, Due Diligence, Capital Raise, and Strategy. The candidate will actively provide leadership to the team and drive thought leadership endeavors.

Job Details

• Monitor the unit portfolio of engagements.
• Build strong relationship with stakeholders across the transaction value chain.
• Provide transaction advisory services to either buy-side or sell-side parties in potential M&A transactions.
• Develop competence and expertise in key service areas, refine methodologies, and contribute to firm-wide practice development efforts.
• Conduct on-site and remote interviews with clients to gather information supporting the financial analyses.
• Help in the preparation of high-quality deliverables for presentation to clients.
• Build relationships with a diverse client portfolio and understand their business and risk areas.
• Facilitate internal and external technical training sessions.
• Manage complex stakeholder relationships

Skills and Competency

• Good supervisory, coaching and mentoring skills.
• Sound problem-solving ability.
• Strong analytical mind.
• Excellent project management skills
• Experience in drafting and presenting client proposals.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Sound business acumen.
• Ability to understand client challenges and suggest value-adding solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline from an accredited university with a minimum of Second Class (Upper) division.
• Minimum (7) years of recent experience in Mergers/Acquisitions, Restructuring, Due Diligence, Financial Modelling, Due Diligence, and Capital Raise.
• Accounting certification (ICAN, ICAEW, CPA, ACCA, etc.), CFA Charter Holder
• MBA/ Masters in a related field will be an added advantage.
• Ability to lead a diverse team and build effective client relationships and understand clients’ businesses.
• Excellent problem-solving, research, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong client delivery focus.
• Adaptability – the ability to manage change and ambiguity with ease.

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The Head of Audit is responsible for organizing and managing internal audits according to audit plans and includes overseeing the process of audits, making recommendations on policies, and ensuring that the organization fulfils governmental obligations of compliance.

Job Details

• Develop and implement an annual audit plan and strategy aligned with the company’s objectives, risk profile, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with senior management to identify key audit areas, prioritize audit activities, and allocate resources effectively.
• Update the audit plan as necessary based on changes in risk factors or regulatory updates.
• Lead and supervise a team of internal auditors in conducting comprehensive audits of financial transactions, inventory management, operational processes, and compliance activities.
• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with professional standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements, meeting established timelines and budgets.
• Oversee audit fieldwork, review audit documentation, and ensure high-quality audit reports.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and prioritize areas of potential risk within the retail business, including financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies and recommend enhancements to internal controls.
• Monitor emerging risks and adjust audit strategies as necessary to address new or evolving threats.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls related to cash handling, inventory management, sales transactions, and other retail operations.
• Recommend improvements to strengthen the control environment and mitigate risks.
• Review and assess compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, and monitor adherence to internal guidelines.
• Prepare and present detailed audit reports and findings to senior management, the audit committee, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Highlight areas of concern, control deficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Communicate audit results, recommendations, and corrective actions clearly, and work collaboratively with management to implement solutions and resolve audit findings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior management, department heads, store managers, and external auditors.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on audit-related matters and internal control enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's degree or professional certification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CISA) preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in internal auditing, with at least 6 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role, preferably within the retail industry.
• Strong knowledge of auditing principles, practices, and standards, with a focus on retail operations, financial controls, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to lead and develop a team of internal auditors, foster collaboration, and drive results.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with individuals at all levels of the organization and influence decision-making.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to analyze complex data and information.
• Proficiency in audit software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint