Ongoing Recruitment at Maurice Xandra Solutions

Purpose of the Job:

• Manage client relationships and ensure consistent growth in project income for the organization.
• Manage the Departmental Heads and office support staff, ensure adequate administrative support and maintenance of all physical assets.
• Ensure that the Company's facilities and utilities are functioning adequately.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate and timely project information and reports to existing clients.
• Seek and develop new avenues for sustainable donor funding and revenue
• Develop short/long-term budget projections and cost control measures and monitor actual spending against budget.
• Ensure effective office administration and compliant policies.
• Performance reviews, provision of coaching, and guidance where necessary.
• Implement and manage an effective procurement process.
• Maintain effective databases for clients, staff, students, key stakeholders, and operations.

Qualification

Minimum qualifications and preferred skills:

• BSc/BA in business administration or related field.
• A minimum of eight years of relevant experience in management, administration, or similar roles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and persuasion skills.
• Strong ability to work independently, including the ability to multitask, prioritize competing tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• High standard of spoken and written English.
• Good computer skills, including the use of email and key MS Office applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly to changing environments.
• A team player with good leadership skills.

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Job Profile:

As an Accountant, your overall responsibility is to be the business partner to the asset management business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Timely preparation and presentation of
  • Annual, Quarterly and Monthly Budget
  • Monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts.
  • Monthly, quarterly and annual variance analysis comparing budget tactual
• Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inadequacies
• Timely processing of payments tvendors
• Compare monthly, quarterly and annual budgets against actual performance.
• Prepare weekly liquidity reports/cashflow projections
• Ensure the preparation, remittance and timely filing of all local, state, and federal tax returns
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and half yearly statutory return tthe various regulators
• Ensure accurate invoices are issued tclients in a timely manner
• Follow up with clients on receivables and related WHT receipts
• Develop financial reporting templates for newly launched products
• Provide financial and business insights tthe Supervisor.
• Work with the team tunderstand cost drivers and proactively looking for cost-optimisation strategies.
• Ensure the application of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures within the department.
• Support the drive tautomation and continuous process improvement
• Ensure timely completion of the annual audited accounts across various companies and funds simultaneously.
• Liaise with service providers on a timely manner on accounting, regulatory, statutory, and other matters
• Manage relationships with bankers, regulators, tax officials, consultants and other relevant stakeholders
• Other specific responsibilities as defined by the Supervisor or CFO

Requirements:

• A minimum of a 2:1 Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or any other related discipline.
• ACCA/ACA is required.
• At least 3 years’ experience in management, financial and fund accounting for an asset management business.
• Strong financial and accounting background, including an understanding of financial statement, ratios, and analysis.
• Experience working with external auditors, internal controls, and compliance-related issues.
• Ability tprioritize
• A team player and goal oriented individual.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organization and time-management skills.

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The Private Equity Analyst will be involved in the deal sourcing, analysis, execution, monitoring and exit of private equity investments. Our client seeks individuals who embody our core values & have a demonstrated history of academic and professional achievement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop financial models using appropriate tools
• Prepare investment committee memorandums and participate in investment
• committee presentations
• Participate in the due diligence/underwriting process on new potential investments
• Work with the deal team on portfolio management of select assets
• Function as a contact for existing funds and joint venture relationships
• Support the development of recommendations and action plans for investments based on financial analysis
• Conduct investment/ market research
• Review and respond to requests from LPs and investment partners
• Assist with capital raising and various investor relations request.

Desired Qualifications and Background:

• 2 – 3 years of relevant experience in Investment Banking/ Private Equity/ Corporate Finance
• Strong financial modeling experience
• Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks under pressure
• High degree of integrity and personal and professional ethics
• Desire to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial organization

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Job Summary:

To conduct independent research of investment opportunities as well as assist with the preparation of client portfolio reports and presentation materials. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Carry out independent research by analyzing financial information of assigned companies including macro and industry research. 
• Prepare research reports/ presentation summarizing findings from independent research.  
• Develop financial models and projections to support investment decision-making.
• Monitor market news and developments relaying relevant information to investment team. 
• Prepare and participate in weekly investment research meetings.  
• Attend industry conferences and develop a professional network across various sectors.
• Carry out other duties that are assigned.

Candidate Qualifications/Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, economics or related field with a strong academic record.
• Minimum 4 years’ full-time work experience in investment research 
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills
• Excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to create client-ready investment related PowerPoint presentations
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision in a structured environment. 

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Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic initiatives that will help drive business growth and operational improvements, working with key executives. Identify and analyze opportunistic corporate and business development opportunities.
• Assist the Chairman to strategically align time with key priorities, milestones, deadlines, and decisions.
• Provide thought leadership and leadership on a variety of cross-functional projects. Using strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills, the Technical Assistant will lead projects and initiatives that cut across multiple departments at all levels.
• Work closely with the Chairman to strategize, plan for and develop presentations/ materials for internal and external use.
• Manage the creation/coordination of key presentations to the Executive Team and/or Partners

Desired Qualifications and Background:

• At least 5 years work experience in a multinational professional services firm (Financial Services or Consulting preferred).
• Bachelors’ degree from a global university.
• Proven experience managing/organizing multiple workstreams and/or teams, with demonstrated ability to coordinate several workstreams simultaneously through to completion.
• Previous work experience supporting senior teams and engaging senior/high-level stakeholders. Experience directly supporting an Executive preferred.
• Excellent communicator with strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Extremely versatile and proficient in use of technology to optimize work processes.
• Demonstrated expertise of Office tools such as PowerPoint, Excel etc. required.
• Demonstrated result-orientation and resourcefulness, with track record in project management and completion.
• Proven ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment, with excellent teamwork and diplomatic skills. Strong EQ required.
• Evidence of leadership experience, including building and managing teams.

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Purpose of the Job

• Manage all aspects of Accounting & Financial Management/Reporting.
• Assist in Managing client relationships and ensure consistent growth in project income.
• Liaise with the external Auditors, Accountants, and Tax Authorities to ensure the timely completion of all statutory returns and Accounts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the Company's Accounting records are properly maintained.
• Deliver and maintain a cost-effective accounting and financial system that meets the current and future business requirements of the Company.
• Oversee the external audit, review and analyse results and recommend the Audited Financial Statements for approval.
• Manage the payroll function, ensuring efficient systems, processes, and controls the lead annual budget planning process and compliance by all Units.
• Establish and maintain adequate internal controls.
• Develop cash flow forecasting and maintain a long-term cash forecast.
• Manage ongoing banking relationships for maximum efficiency.
• Support the provision of accurate and timely project information and reports to existing clients.

Qualification

Minimum qualifications and preferred skills:

• HND/ BSc degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics.
• Any relevant part (or full) Professional qualifications – ACA, CIMA, AAT, ICAN.
• A min of eight years of relevant experience in a similar Accounting role.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and persuasion skills.
• Strong ability to work independently, multitask and manage time effectively.
• Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
• High standard of spoken and written English.
• Strong computer skills, including the use of email and key MS Office applications.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting systems.
• An analytical mind with problem-solving skills.
• A team player with good leadership skills.