Jobs at Elizabeth Maddeux

Job Description

• We are a forward-thinking consulting firm committed to delivering data-driven insights and strategic solutions to clients across multiple sectors.
• As part of our talent development initiative, we are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Intern to join our Finance and Advisory team.
• The Finance Intern will support core financial operations, analysis, reporting, and compliance activities while gaining hands-on exposure to real-world consulting finance practices.
• This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build a strong foundation in corporate finance, financial analysis, and consulting operations within a dynamic, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and Documentation Support:

• Assist in the preparation of periodic financial reports, including income statements, expense summaries, and cash flow reports.
• Ensure financial data is accurately recorded, organized, and documented in line with internal policies and reporting standards.
• Support the finance team in maintaining proper audit trails and financial records.

Budgeting and Expense Management Support:

• Track and monitor company expenses to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
• Assist in reviewing expense claims, verifying accuracy, and flagging discrepancies.
• Support budget preparation exercises by compiling historical data and forecasts.

Data Analysis and Financial Modelling Support:

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and performance gaps.
• Support basic financial modelling and projections for internal planning or client-related consulting projects.
• Prepare dashboards and spreadsheets to support management decision-making.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Support:

• Assist with invoice preparation, review, and tracking.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and support follow-ups where required.
• Ensure timely recording of payments and proper reconciliation of accounts.

Compliance and Internal Controls:

• Support adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in internal control checks to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Help prepare documentation required for audits or compliance reviews.

Administrative and Cross-Functional Support:

• Provide general administrative support to the finance team, including filing, scheduling, and coordination.
• Collaborate with consulting, operations, and project teams to support financial aspects of client engagements.
• Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and completeness of financial data and reports prepared.
• Timely submission of assigned financial tasks and deliverables.
• Level of adherence to financial policies and procedures.
• Reduction in errors or discrepancies in expense tracking and documentation.
• Quality of financial analysis and insights provided.
• Responsiveness and collaboration with internal teams.
• Demonstrated improvement in technical finance skills over time.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 0–1 year of experience (internship, industrial training, or academic projects in finance is an advantage).
• Basic understanding of financial principles, accounting concepts, and budgeting.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced organization.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets (formulas, pivot tables are an advantage).
• Basic knowledge of financial reporting and bookkeeping principles.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and take feedback positively.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

What We Offer

• Salary: N50,000 / month.
• Hands-on experience in a consulting firm environment.
• Exposure to real client projects and financial decision-making.
• Professional mentorship and continuous learning opportunities.
• Opportunity for future full-time employment based on performance.
• Flexible remote work structure.

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Description

• The Senior Executive Assistant to the Group Managing Director is a high-impact strategic role with a diversified global organization operating across Financial sectors and multiple investment sectors.
• This role goes beyond executive assistance. It requires a strategic operator capable of initiating, coordinating, and driving corporate strategy for deep market penetration across multiple industries and geographies.
• The successful candidate will serve as a strategic partner to the GMD and provide cross-continental executive coordination support to Continental and Country Business Leaders across Africa, North America, Europe and Asia.

Key Responsibilities
Corporate Strategy & Market Expansion:

• Initiate, coordinate, and track execution of corporate strategy across multiple industries.
• Drive structured market penetration initiatives across global regions.
• Provide strategic intelligence and business expansion insights to the GMD.
• Think creatively and out of the box in developing innovative business growth strategies.

Executive & Global Leadership Support:

• Provide strategic support to the GMD and global business leaders.
• Represent the GMD in high-level external business meetings and executive presentations.
• Prepare board-level documentation, strategic briefings, and executive presentations.
• Coordinate strategic priorities across multiple international business units.

Global Operations Coordination:

• Drive and coordinate general operations across Marketing communications, Relationship development, Sales coordination, Client and stakeholder relationship management
• Ensure operational alignment across Africa, North America, Europe and Asia.

Performance Tracking & HR Collaboration:

• Collaborate with the Human Resources Department to track daily and weekly team performance.
• Monitor project delivery timelines and escalate performance gaps.
• Maintain executive dashboards and performance reporting frameworks.

Client & Stakeholder Management:

• Maintain strong executive-level client relationships.
• Support international relationship development efforts.
• Ensure excellence in communication and engagement across global stakeholders.

Core Competencies:

• Advanced strategic thinking capacity
• Strong multi-industry business acumen
• Deep understanding of financial services and investment ecosystems
• Exceptional coordination and organizational skills
• High emotional intelligence
• Strong executive presence and diplomacy
• Excellent client management skills
• Ability to manage confidential corporate information
• Global business exposure mindset
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, fast-paced environments

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Management or related field.
• MBA or Master’s Degree is a strong advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in Executive Management with at least 5 years supporting a C-suite executive.
• Prior experience within the financial services sector is strongly preferred.
• Exposure to global operations is highly desirable.

Language & Communication Requirement:

• Must communicate fluently and professionally in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to communicate in French (written and spoken) is a significant advantage due to global operations.

Other Requirements:

• Female candidates are preferred to support gender balance within executive leadership support.
• Strategic Scope of the Role
• The role demands demonstrated experience in initiating and coordinating corporate strategy across the following industries:
• Financial Services (microfinance bank, fintech).

Green Energy:

• Agriculture & Livestock Production

Real Estate:

• The candidate must possess proven capacity to drive deep market penetration strategies across these sectors.

What We Offer

• Attractive Salary: N750,000 - N1,000,000 / month.
• Career development opportunities.
• Health Insurance.
• Employer Contributory Pension.
• Supportive team culture and enabling environment.
• Opportunity to work within a global ecosystem.