PZ Nigeria Recruiting for Graduate Accountant

PZ Nigeria is set to recruit for an Accountant. We are the largest subsidiary of PZ Cussons, has enjoyed tremendous business success in Nigeria for over a century.

No other consumer goods company possesses our heritage in Nigeria or understands its customers better than we do. Our approach to Nigeria, our customers, our consumers and to our business is designed to sustain us far into the future.

Our prime business objective in Nigeria is sustainable and profitable growth and our drive to be world-class in every aspect of our business life will be relentless.

PZ Cussons Niggeria Plc is recruiting to fill the position of Accountant.

Job Title: Reporting Accountant

Location: All Business Units - Lagos

The Role:
Reporting Accountant:
The successful candidate will be required to:

• Update Group reporting pack on Hyperion Financial Management  (HFM) Cash voucher/IOU verification. 
• Ensure Continuous review of overheads in line with the budget
• Work with external auditors for smooth running of statutory audit exercise.
• Monthly Standard provision - Preparation of journal and posting of same on MFG
• Accurate monthly accruals provision.
• Reclassify, adjustments & correction consequent upon review of account.
• Trend Analysis of Profit and Loss accounts and Balance Sheet
• Prompt completion and circulation of monthly management accounts.
• Preparation of the Management Information Report  in line with local and international standards (IFRS).
• Circulate PZCN financial results (hard copy) to all stakeholders at month end
• Work closely with Analysts and Factory Accountants in reviewing the accounts to clarify issues and take appropriate steps. 
• Raise, post standard journals, reversible journals and other non standard journals
• Review and preparation of Nig Operating Statement & Balance Sheet( MFG & Exec pack)
• Review & reconciliation of PZ Balance Sheet accounts(mainly those under Financial reporting purview)
• Liaise with other department; Account payable, cash office, Treasury, Tax, Wages, credit control, inventory, CPD during investigations for documents used in posting transactions to Ledger.

The Person

• The Right candidate must Have HND/B.Sc degree in Accountancy
• Have a minimum of 5 years workingexperience in a similar position
• Be a Member of  Institute ofChartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
• Be a Computer expertise especially in MS Word, MS Excel , Access, PowerPoint, MFG Pro
• Have a good knowledge of basic principles of accounting

Information Technology skills

• Ability to write/interpret programme for in depth investigation of issues on Mfg or other ERP system
• Have above average competent skill on Microsoft Access/SQL/Oracle
• Have a good Knowledge of Group Accounting policies
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – Courage, Accountability, Networking, Drive and Oneness.

Application Deadline
7th February, 2012 How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Microsoft Graduate Trainee Recruitment Programme 2012

Microsoft Graduate Trainee Recruitment Programme 2012. Amazing things happen here. When smart, creative, passionate people get together, the results can be astounding and the opportunities limitless.  We're a global company in over 100 countries, but we often act like a startup. We do software, but we also do hardware, services, research, and community outreach. We work hard, but we value work/life balance, and each of us defines what that means to us. So why not explore what we do, where we do it, and what life is really like at Microsoft? You just might be surprised.

Microsoft Nigeria Graduate Trainee Recruitment  2012

Imagine you have unique experiences, skills and passions, and we believe you can bring them all to Microsoft for a rich, rewarding career and lifestyle that will surprise you with its breadth and potential. Just imagine the excitement and satisfaction of what you can do, where you can go, and the difference you can make with the resources of Microsoft behind you.

Job Title: MACH Services Consultants

Job Category: Services & Consulting
Location: Nigeria, Lagos
Job ID: 781154
Division: Services & Support

Description
The Microsoft Academy for College Hires  aka 'MACH' is Microsoft's graduate recruitment and development program that provides long term talent development for top new university graduates in our business. If you're passionate about technology and the impact we have across the world to millions of people every day, we could help you realize your own potential with us!
When you're offered a full time employment opportunity at Microsoft, you stand to receive learning experiences to help you acclimate into Microsoft quickly. With close to 2,000 MACH employees in over 50 countries WW, you'll get exposure to a global network of peers, the support to transition successfully from school to the working environment, world class training to help you professionally, and the tools to help you drive your long term career goals. At Microsoft Enterprise Services for Middle East and Africa, we have a graduate program that's designed to ensure that you receive targeted experiences, community engagement, mentorship opportunities, career development support and exposure to institutional knowledge through a customized development curriculum.

Our hires will spend their first year going through different Services Organization to gain experience and knowledge of the technical and business areas. By the time you graduate from MACH, you'll have the language to express yourself compellingly, the tools to take on any challenge and the ability to deliver solutions with the power to touch the lives of people all over the world, and based on your performance and business needs, you will be placed in the appropriate Microsoft Services team.

How To Apply
Interested candidates should:
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Internal Auditors Jobs at Flour Mill of Nigeria

Flour Mill of Nigeria, a Leading flour Company in Nigeria is recruiting for Internal Auditors.

Position: INTERNAL AUDITOR

Job Reference: IO 12
Department: Internal Audit Department

The job:
Reports to the Manager, Audit. Provides leadership and direction in communicating and monitoring internal audit policies, practices, programmes and processes; ensures the implementation of internal audit approach for individual projects, monitors objectives and revises as appropriate. Identifies potential risk areas and internal control flaws in the course of audit and makes appropriate recommendations for corrective actions. Develops and discusses findings and comes to an agreement on recommendations and timelines for corrective actions with responsible officers of operations audited. Analyses evidence gathered and communicates findings and recommendations to appropriate management officials through oral briefs and written reports.

Qualification:
B.Sc/HND in Accounting or related field. Successful candidate must possess relevant professional qualifications in Accountancy and Internal Audit.

The Person
Proactive, honest, with good organizational, planning, leadership and problem solving skills. Able to identify key internal control points in a system.

Experience
Minimum of 5 years cognate experience. Must possess working knowledge of the theories and principles of IT Auditing and internal controls.

Application Deadline
25th January, 2012

How To Apply
Qualified candidates should:
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Computer Warehouse Group Graduate Recruitment - 4 Positions

Computer Warehouse Group is recruiting for Channels Presales Executive, Corporate Affairs and Marketing Manager, Head - Budget & Planning.

1.)  Corporate Affairs and Marketing Manager

Location: Lagos

Description
Computer Warehouse Group seeks to fill the role of Corporate Affairs and Marketing Manager. This is a mid level management position reporting directly to the Group Managing Director.

Responsibilities include:

• Work collaboratively with sales teams to create and manage cross-organizational, integrated marketing strategies.
• Coordinate communications projects with vendors and contractors for the development and production of promotional materials, web site production and other collateral.
• Provide writing and editing support for all outbound communication including all promotional materials, website content and newsletter.
• Review and edit existing promotional materials for marketing effectiveness and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Build, strengthen and maintain the company's relationship and image with the company's publics, media, partners/ companies and the general public.
• Organizing and coordinating marketing events e.g. seminars, exhibitions that would greatly impact on the sales volume of the company. 
• Build and maintain a good relationship with the press with a view to building a strong public image/presence for the company.
• Keeping abreast with marketing information, seminars organized by its international partners and advising the company accordingly
• Should be a custodian of current affairs/news issues and be able to supply such information as required
• In the area of public opinion, act as a feedback person for the company

Qualifications:

• A good degree in Mass Communication, Communication Arts, English or Public Relations from a reputable university/polytechnic

Skills Required:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to effectively work under tight deadlines and manage projects independently.
• Resourcefulness in solving problems
• Excellent people skills and an upbeat and enthusiastic attitude.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills
• Superior professionalism and judgment
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to exercise initiative
• Should have some knowledge of financial management and have the ability to effectively manage budgets
• Possess understanding of the external customer environments
• Team building, interpersonal skills, Negotiation skills

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2.) Channels Presales Executive

Location: Lagos

Position Details:

• Provide support to the direct sales team on services/offerings that can be provided on electronic channels such as ATM, Internet, and Mobile e.t.c
• Conceptualize and Create opportunities for channel business with solution designs that address Customers Needs. 
• Preparing Technical Proposals, solution design documents on channel solutions and services based on Customers Requirements
• Facilitate the demonstration of Proof of Concepts that effectively address prospects key drivers on e- channels opportunities.
• Assist in generating leads and drive the sales team through engagement with customers to identify opportunities in the e-channel space.
• Facilitate presentations of e- channel product and service offerings
• Be the DRI (Directly Responsible Individual) on channel business for the Company. 

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3.)  Head, Budget & Planning

Location: Lagos

Position Details:

• Computer Warehouse Group seeks to fill the role of Head, Budget & Planning. This is a mid level management position reporting to the Chief Financial Officer.
• The person's responsibilities include all activities involved in planning, developing, implementing and monitoring of the capital and operating budget of CWG. It also covers steps involved in cost monitoring of projects embarked upon by CWG.
• He/she will ensure the following processes work well for the achievement of the entire Group goals.
• Budget Preparation. 
• Budget Monitoring and Reporting
• Budget Revision
• Project Accounting
• He/she will ensure the following objectives of the Budget & Planning unit are achieved
• Establish standardised procedures for budget preparation
• Ensure alignment of budget to the objectives of the organization
• Ensure budgets are realistic and prepared on a timely basis
• Ensure budgets are duly approved and authorized in line with pre-defined authority limits

Qualifications & Experience:

•  A graduate of Accounting, Economics, Finance and Business Administration
• ACA/ACCA
• 6-8 years cognate experience
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft suite (especially Excel & PowerPoint)
• Good coaching & leadership skill.

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Application Deadline
7th February, 2012

Method of application:
Please send CV and application letter to cwg.hr@cwlgroup.com

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