Job Openings at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC)

Job Summary

• As a Senior Associate in the Digital Risk and Cyber Security, you will lead controls assurance engagements for our clients and support the clients in their desire to improve their processes and control environment.
• You will belong to an international connected team of specialists helping our clients with their complex Risk and Controls needs.
• You will provide value-added insights that help to improve system and business control effectiveness across various organizations.

Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews on IT general computer controls, application controls and IT security;
• Assist clients in identifying and assessing business process controls and linkage to IT systems, including complex systems (e.g. Finacle, Flexcube, Oracle ERP, Navision, SAP etc.);
• Assist organisations improve internal controls;
• Perform data analysis using ACL, SQL;
• Report to a Manager or Senior manager on most projects. You will also often have to work in teams.
• Working with our leading clients in key industries in the Risk Assurance team, you will gain exposure to:
• Lead and work within Digital Risk and Cyber Security teams to assist the Engagement leaders in carrying quality audits and other assurance services to clients across various industries.
• Participate in all aspects of IT audit and non-audit assurance engagements including planning, coaching, execution and tracking engagement progress to ensure pre-agreed deadlines and milestones are met.
• Ensure engagements are executed in accordance with firm’s methodologies and guidance and professional standards.
• Provide guidance, coaching and timely quality constructive feedback to team members
• Assist with the preparation of management control recommendations reports to assess client’s internal controls and highlight areas of improvement.
• Promote positive and creative working environments.
• Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders and their expectations effectively.
• Building client relationships through engagement delivery.

Skills/Attributes Required:

• Experience in IT Audit, Software testing, Application testing;
• Strong Project management skills - ability to plan, execute and complete smaller projects, meet deadlines, deliver output for key milestones etc
• Leadership skills - ability to lead self and others effectively, monitoring progress of team, coaching less experienced team members; promote positive and creative working environment
• Advanced Communication & Presentation skills - ability to communicate effectively and with impact both verbally and in writing with internal and external stakeholders
• Problem solving - ability to analyse complex information and scenarios and generate a workable solution to the problems posed
• Client relationship - effectively manage client relationships
• Business development - support business development activities by making input into proposals and other value proposition documents

Education/Qualification

• Bachelor's and/ or postgraduate degree in one of the following: Accounting, Finance/Economics, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and/or other business fields of study. Minimum of second class upper;
• 3 - 5 years’ relevant work experience;
• Experience in the use of ACL / SQL;
• Experience in the review of Flexcube. Finacle, Navision, SAP, Oracle ERP is an advantage;
• Experience in the review of IT infrastructure (operating systems, databases and network systems) is an advantage;
• Possession of or willingness to pursue related professional certifications such as CISA and ACCA Part Qualified.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Preparation and analysis of financial statements and provide support in any other related finance function.
• Perform and manage all financial transactions and reporting activities in line with IFRS requirements
• Liaison with external auditors and other statutory bodies during periodic statutory audit
• Compliance with annual filing of returns
• Analyze financial data and operational metrics tracking
• Maintenance of the fixed asset register, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliation statements,
• Preparation of timely monthly financial statements
• Prepare budget forecasts
• Compute taxes payable monthly and prepare the monthly tax returns
• Comply with financial policies and regulations
• Report on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviews
• Analyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements
• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts
• Coordinate and ensure compliance to taxes – CIT, WHT, VAT, Transfer Pricing and any new tax laws with the relevant tax authorities
• Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboards
• Provide support in any other related finance function as may be required from time to time.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2:1 grade level in any social science degree from a recognised institution
• Must be a Chartered Accountant i.e. ICAN, ACCA etc.
• Experience of 3-5 years in Finance, Accounting and Tax in a reputable organization
• Age: 25-30 years
• Experience in a top audit firm is an added advantage
• MSc/MBA is an added advantage

Roles & Responsibilities

• Effectively manage internal and external correspondences. Coordinate efforts and communication between different entities, government agencies as well as the general public.
• Ensure smooth running of the business on a day-to-day basis
• Ensure all regulatory approvals required for the smooth running of the business is secured and renewed on a periodic basis as required
• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the administrative functions /activities
• Develop, review and improve administrative systems, policies, and procedures.
• Manages vendor and supplier relations
• Manage all contracts to ensure the company’s interest is always protected
• Manage relationships and liaise with government agencies
• Develop and foster relationships with the community, stakeholders, and other entities
• Collect, analyze, and utilize data and feedback to identify opportunities to improve the relationship between the business and other entities
• Ensure office is stocked with necessary supplies and all equipment is working and properly maintained.
• Plan, schedule and promote office events, including meetings, conferences, interviews, orientations, and training sessions
• Prepare reports on activities and responsibilities as required
• Oversee special projects and track progress towards achieving company goals.
• Promptly respond to incidents and other events as necessary

Requirements

• Minimum of 2:1 grade level in any social science degree from a recognised institution
• Member of relevant professional body is an added advantage
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience
• Must have worked in a reputable organization
• Age: 30-40 years
• Added advantage: Experience in liaison with government agencies, contractors and suppliers;
• Ability to communicate fluently in Nigerian languages