Job Title: Senior Audit Manager

Location: Nigeria
Reports to: Head of Department, Global Internal Audit
Reportees: Audit Associates

Role Profile

• Reporting to the HoD the Senior Audit Manager will evaluate the efficacy of business processes, internal controls and risk management and make recommendations on how to improve governance, risk controls & compliance.
• They will lead  audits assignments and supervise the Audit Associates.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of a risk based annual audit plan to cover all key risk activities of KDS.
• Deliver the annual internal audit plans in line with quality, time and budget requirements to support robust assurance opinions and other agreed stakeholder requirements
• Lead high risk or complex audit assignments; prepare and present progress and final reports to management
• Evaluating the risk management processes and giving reasonable assurance to management that all key business risks are being mitigated appropriately
• Engage effectively with senior stakeholders to support the identification and management of key risks and to promote effective governance, risk management, control and assurance.
• Manage the development and documentation of plans for engagements, including audit programmes, objectives, scope, timing and resource allocations.
• Continuously improve the team’s methodology and approach including effective use of technology drawing on best practice
• Manage, develop and motivates Audit staff under his/her supervision

Minimum Qualifications & Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline (e.g., Finance, Business).
• An MBA is an added advantage.
• Relevant professional qualification; Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)/Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)/Certified Public Accountant (CPA)/ Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Member of a professional organization; ICPAK/ACCA/ ISACA/ IIA
• At least 10  years experience, 5 of which should be in managing an audit function preferably in an FMCG environment

Competencies & Key Skills:

• Strategic perspective
• Leading staff
• Results oriented
• Solution focused
• Excellent communications skills
• Negotiation & conflict resolution
• Organization skills

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Inventory Accountant

Location:  Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• We are looking for a talented person to join our team as an Inventory Accountant
• The role holder will be responsible for managing Inventory including merchandise and material at hand
• He/she will be responsible for developing and implementing various accounting methods, developing & analyzing inventory reports and monitoring all inventory transactions in the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stock Management: Lead physical Inventory counts in the warehouses and post the weekly & monthly stock count numbers
• Reconciling inventory accounts to the general ledger and report on any variances
• Monitoring inventory prices, track and analyze stock usage on a weekly basis and advice the Finance Manager accordingly
• Determine inventory costs and work closely with the purchasing and finance teams to advise the selling prices for good procured by the business
• Review and resolve issues with inventory transfer orders between warehouses while providing support and guidance as needed.
• Inventory Analysis: Review and analyze inventory at hand relative to actual consumption levels, supplier lead times, and logistical efficiencies. Provide accurate inventory metrics by SKU and provide solutions to improve inventory management without impacting customer fulfilment rates.
• Reconciliation: Ensure all inventory, manual inventory schedule and cost of sales transactions are processed and reconciled to General Ledger on a monthly basis as per laid down SOPs. Lead the reconciliation of inter warehouse transfers, landed costs and discounts; prepare monthly journal entries as needed.
• Financial Management: Undertake daily vetting and posting of purchases & invoices in the accounting system. Prepare the budget for all overhead spending and track actual spending on a line item basis every month.
• Policy & Compliance: Ensure proper procedures are in place, clearly documented and updated regularly. Assist in the improvement of internal controls related to inventory and spearhead their implementation within the organization.
• Reporting: Develop inventory analysis reports capturing inventory balances, stock movement, prices, cost and variances providing weekly internal inventory reporting. Analyse and prepare reports on key trends to advice business decisions. Track and report actual daily product consumption for each production line and summarize weekly variances and yielded profits or losses per product. Bring to the attention of the Finance Manager any issues or concerns in a timely manner to allow for a quick resolution.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• A minimum of 5 years experience as an Inventory or Cost Accountant in an FMCG background;
• A professional qualification in accounting – CPA (K) or ACCA is preferred;
• Demonstrated experience in accounting, costing, financial analysis, forecasting and reporting;
• An understanding of the FMCG business model and dynamics from an accounting and inventory perspective;
• A good understanding of GAAP in relation to inventory;
• Is flexible and able to work as part of a team;
• Proficient in MS Excel, advance excel preferred;
• Experience with Inventory management systems, preferably ERP.

Competencies and Key Skills:

• Strong Financial Acumen;
• Problem Solving Skills;
• Analytical Thinking;
• Detail Orientation;
• Planning & organization skills;
• Tech Savvy.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Inventory Accountant

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• We are looking for a talented person to join our team as an Inventory Accountant. The role holder will be responsible for managing Inventory including merchandise and material at hand.
• He/she will be responsible for developing and implementing various accounting methods, developing & analyzing inventory reports and monitoring all inventory transactions in the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stock Management: Lead physical Inventory counts in the warehouses and post the weekly & monthly stock count numbers. Reconciling inventory accounts to the general ledger and report on any variances. Monitoring inventory prices, track and analyze stock usage on a weekly basis and advice the Finance Manager accordingly. Determine inventory costs and work closely with the purchasing and finance teams to advise the selling prices for good procured by the business. Review and resolve issues with inventory transfer orders between warehouses while providing support and guidance as needed.
• Inventory Analysis: Review and analyze inventory at hand relative to actual consumption levels, supplier lead times, and logistical efficiencies. Provide accurate inventory metrics by SKU and provide solutions to improve inventory management without impacting customer fulfilment rates.
• Reconciliation: Ensure all inventory, manual inventory schedule and cost of sales transactions are processed and reconciled to General Ledger on a monthly basis as per laid down SOPs. Lead the reconciliation of inter warehouse transfers, landed costs and discounts; prepare monthly journal entries as needed.
• Financial Management: Undertake daily vetting and posting of purchases & invoices in the accounting system. Prepare the budget for all overhead spending and track actual spending on a line item basis every month.
• Policy & Compliance: Ensure proper procedures are in place, clearly documented and updated regularly. Assist in the improvement of internal controls related to inventory and spearhead their implementation within the organization.
• Reporting: Develop inventory analysis reports capturing inventory balances, stock movement, prices, cost and variances providing weekly internal inventory reporting. Analyse and prepare reports on key trends to advice business decisions. Track and report actual daily product consumption for each production line and summarize weekly variances and yielded profits or losses per product. Bring to the attention of the Finance Manager any issues or concerns in a timely manner to allow for a quick resolution.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• A minimum of 5 years’experience as an Inventory or Cost Accountant in an FMCG background;
• A professional qualification in accounting – CPA (K) or ACCA is preferred;
• Demonstrated experience in accounting, costing, financial analysis, forecasting and reporting;
• An understanding of the FMCG business model and dynamics from an accounting and inventory perspective;
• A good understanding of GAAP in relation to inventory;
• Is flexible and able to work as part of a team;
• Proficient in MS Excel, advance excel preferred;
• Experience with Inventory management systems, preferably ERP.

Competencies and Key Skills:

• Strong Financial Acumen;
• Problem Solving Skills;
• Analytical Thinking;
• Detail Orientation;
• Planning & organization skills;
• Tech Savvy.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2023.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Fulfilment Supervisor

Location: Jos, Plateau
Job type: Full-time

Role Profile

• Manage the frontline fulfilment process in the market as part of delivering its overall operational objectives.
• You will be responsible for the day-to-day warehousing and dispatch operations for the market to ensure the company’s targets and objectives on inventory and order fulfilment processes are met.
• Guarantee operational processes and standards are followed and oversee all housekeeping standards while driving continuous improvement at the market level.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Inbound outbound Management:

• Responsible for both inbound and outbound operations of the market.
• Assure on-time in full deliveries as the set company targets and assure the defined warehousing and dispatch costs are maintained per set targets.
• Ensure customer orders are fulfilled in a timely, precise manner including management of customer returns per the agreed standards.

Inventory Management:

• Deliver 100% Inventory Accuracy while working with the defined stakeholders to minimize stock-outs and damages while driving proper stock handling to minimize losses in damages.

Operational Excellence:

• Lead identification and closure of Continuous Improvement  Initiatives within the framework of Lean Principles within the warehouse.
• Execute all operations activities such as stock taking, physical inventory count, inventory accuracy in allocation, consumption levels, and order fulfilment.
• Actively engage in route planning and delivery schedules to ensure all deliveries and completed within the allocated delivery windows.

People Management:

• Coach and manage associates (from third-party providers) to deliver shared objectives.
• Ensure the completion of daily tasks and responsibilities; resolve issues preventing the completion of tasks.
• Build a team philosophy and cultivate a team atmosphere by working with the team to achieve the company’s targets and objectives.
• Train new employees in company policies and procedures, as well as product knowledge.
• Inculcate the company culture among team members and third-party partners and providers.

Compliance:

• Assure compliance to Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and any identified requirements; compliance to all laid down Fulfilment SOPs and associated business processes.

Reporting:

• Develop and present reports on inventory accuracy, order fulfilment, transport costs for the market, and order cancellation among other key aspects in warehousing &  dispatch.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or Diploma with at least 3 years demonstrated progressive career   growth) in Sciences, Engineering, Computing, Economics, Supply Chain, Accounting, and Analytics;
• At least 2 years experience in a Supervisory role;
• A minimum of five years of experience in supply chain management (warehousing &   dispatch) in a busy-paced environment;
• Knowledge of inventory and supply chain management;
• Tech Savvy and proficient in warehousing systems, data entry software/systems, and   computer systems including Microsoft Suite;
• Membership in an appropriate professional body is an added advantage;
• Physical stamina, ability to work long hours on one’s feet;
• Excellent organization and efficient time-management skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure;
• Experience in an FMCG or Retail background is preferred;
• Demonstrated experience handling route planning and mapping to yield maximum returns;
• An open-minded professional who pays keen attention to detail;
• Strong numerical, data, and root cause analysis skills;
• Calm under pressure; able to prioritize multiple competing demands;
• Always learning; passionate about lean thinking and principles.

Competencies:

• Operational Excellence
• Analytical Mindset
• Problem-Solving
• Attention to Detail
• People Management
• Tech Savvy.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Fulfilment Supervisor

Location: Ajah / Sangotedo, Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Role Profile

• Manage the frontline fulfilment process in the market as part of delivering its overall operational objectives.
• You will be responsible for the day-to-day warehousing and dispatch operations for the market to ensure the company’s targets and objectives on inventory and order fulfilment processes are met.
• Guarantee operational processes and standards are followed and oversee all housekeeping standards while driving continuous improvement at the market level.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Inbound outbound Management:

• Responsible for both inbound and outbound operations of the market.
• Assure on-time in full deliveries as the set company targets and assure the defined warehousing and dispatch costs are maintained per set targets.
• Ensure customer orders are fulfilled in a timely, precise manner including management of customer returns per the agreed standards.

Inventory Management:

• Deliver 100% Inventory Accuracy while working with the defined stakeholders to minimize stock-outs and damages while driving proper stock handling to minimize losses in damages.

Operational Excellence:

• Lead identification and closure of Continuous Improvement  Initiatives within the framework of Lean Principles within the warehouse.
• Execute all operations activities such as stock taking, physical inventory count, inventory accuracy in allocation, consumption levels, and order fulfilment.
• Actively engage in route planning and delivery schedules to ensure all deliveries and completed within the allocated delivery windows.

People Management:

• Coach and manage associates (from third-party providers) to deliver shared objectives.
• Ensure the completion of daily tasks and responsibilities; resolve issues preventing the completion of tasks.
• Build a team philosophy and cultivate a team atmosphere by working with the team to achieve the company’s targets and objectives.
• Train new employees in company policies and procedures, as well as product knowledge.
• Inculcate the company culture among team members and third-party partners and providers.

Compliance:

• Assure compliance to Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and any identified requirements; compliance to all laid down Fulfilment SOPs and associated business processes.

Reporting:

• Develop and present reports on inventory accuracy, order fulfilment, transport costs for the market, and order cancellation among other key aspects in warehousing &  dispatch.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or Diploma with at least 3 years demonstrated progressive career   growth) in Sciences, Engineering, Computing, Economics, Supply Chain, Accounting, and Analytics;
• At least 2 years experience in a Supervisory role;
• A minimum of five years of experience in supply chain management (warehousing &   dispatch) in a busy-paced environment;
• Knowledge of inventory and supply chain management;
• Tech Savvy and proficient in warehousing systems, data entry software/systems, and   computer systems including Microsoft Suite;
• Membership in an appropriate professional body is an added advantage;
• Physical stamina, ability to work long hours on one’s feet;
• Excellent organization and efficient time-management skills;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure;
• Experience in an FMCG or Retail background is preferred;
• Demonstrated experience handling route planning and mapping to yield maximum returns;
• An open-minded professional who pays keen attention to detail;
• Strong numerical, data, and root cause analysis skills;
• Calm under pressure; able to prioritize multiple competing demands;
• Always learning; passionate about lean thinking and principles.

Competencies;

• Operational Excellence;
• Analytical Mindset;
• Problem-Solving;
• Attention to Detail;
• People Management;
• Tech Savvy.

Application Closing Date
22nd March, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Account Payable Accountant (South South)

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• We are looking for an Accounts Payable Accountant to direct and manage the accounts payable activities of the business.
• The role holder will be responsible for maintaining the Accounts Payable Processing System; ensure all expenses are accurately recorded and properly documented; maintain and document relationship with all vendors, contractors and employees; assist with the monthly and annual close of books and records while ensuring compliance with applicable state laws and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: Develop and implement procedures to ensure timely processing of all account’s payable invoices, requisitions, purchase orders, etc. Maintain accurate records of accounts owed; Prepare invoices, including computing discounts, and coding expenses. Process timely payment of all liabilities generated and conduct periodic checks of department payables, including travel reports. Detect and resolve problems with incorrect orders and invoices. Ensure the accurate and timely recording, documenting, and posting of Accounts payable transactions and checks.
• Month end closure: Ensure the month end close for the organization is completed accurately and on time. Identify, calculate and post any accounting adjustments in line with accounting standards and policies.
• Reconciliation: Coordinate quarterly and annual financial statements, as well as management accounts and cash flow forecasts. Support the implementation of the financial control framework including balance Sheet reconciliations), helping implement changes to policies and processes. Handle supplier reconciliations:
• Initiating online payments for supplier.
• Paying supplier in time as per credit terms and limit.
• Manage supplier aging report.
• Prepare and provide monthly reconciliations of Accounts Payable including proposed general journal entries and supporting documentation.
• Data Entry: Complete data entry to ensure all accounts payable invoices, credit card transactions and check requests are recorded in compliance with the organization’s policies, applicable laws and regulations, and sound internal control. Processes all authorized purchase orders and invoices and ensures timely data entry to financial system.
• Vendor Management: Maintain vendor permanent file and ensure required documentation is current and in compliance with all applicable tax requirements. Maintain vendor permanent file and ensure required documentation is current and in compliance with all applicable tax requirements; Researches issues, responds to questions, and provides assistance to staff regarding purchase orders and vendor transactions
• Reporting: Assist with statutory reporting; Prepare weekly and monthly cash requirements reports and reconciliations and submit to for review
• Compliance: Oversee and ensure compliance on our tax responsibilities including, VAT, PAYE, Corporation tax and other such related matters. Assist in the compilation of information for the annual audit.
• Administration: Work with key stakeholders to manage and resolve any Accounts Payable issues. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including auditable records. Maintain accurate, organized filing system of paid and unpaid invoices and purchase orders.
• Any other duties assigned by the Finance Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Fully qualified Accountant with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance;
• At least 5 years of experience working in an accountants’ practice in a commercial and structured environment;
• Strong experience in dealing with VAT, PAYE, Corporation tax and other such;
• Experienced using BTC, VT, Quick Book, Sage, Excel, Word, and other common software;
• Have knowledge of application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS);
• Have good IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially in Excel;
• Have experience of working with financial accounting package;
• Good knowledge of accounting principles;
• Proficiency skills in keyboarding and file maintenance;
• Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner Ability to use personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing;
• Experience in the month end cycle to close our books and prepare monthly.

Competencies and Key Skills:

• Strong Financial Acumen;
• Problem Solving Skills;
• Analytical Thinking;
• Detail Orientation;
• Planning & organization skills;
• Tech Savvy.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: General Accountant (South South)

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• We are seeking a confident, well organised and experienced accountant for our rapidly-growing technology-led online retail business in Nairobi.
• You will be a member of what will become a finance team of hardworking, dedicated staff and will play an integral role in our business.
• This is a reactive and proactive role that requires someone with the necessary relevant knowledge, attention to detail, strong organisational skills, good communication and telephone manner.
• As the first member of the team, you are expected to be both experienced to understand what needs to be done and be willing to roll up your sleeves and do it yourself.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure the month end close for the division is completed accurately and on time, and identify, calculate and post any accounting adjustments in line with accounting standards and policies
• Support the implementation of the financial control framework for the division (eg. Balance Sheet reconciliations), helping implement changes to policies and processes
• Review, analyse, monitor and update forecasts
• Maintain short term Financial Plans, monitor and report actual expenditure against set budgets
• Assist with statutory reporting
• Oversee and ensure compliance on our tax responsibilities including, VAT, PAYE, Corporation tax and other such
• Implement inventory management processes and monitor stock.

Candidate Requirements

• Fully or nearly qualified accountant
• At least 5 years of experience working in an accountants’ practice
• Strong experience in dealing with VAT, PAYE, Corporation tax and other such
• Have knowledge of application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Have good IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially in Excel
• Have experience of working with financial accounting package
• Experienced in using BTC, VT, Quick Book, Sage, Excel, Word and other common software
• Be experienced in the month end cycle to close our books and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, as well as management accounts and cash flow forecasts
• Be skilled in problem solving and accountability – including critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Attention to detail, good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Fluency in spoken and written English
• Significant experience of delivering a high-quality working as Management Accountant, Accountant, Financial Management role within accounting and reporting service or equivalent
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence
• Professional accounting qualification e.g. CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent, or significant experience i.e. qualified by experience.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online