FINANCE CONTROL MANAGER VACANCY AT KPMG: THURSDAY, JUNE 7, 2012.

Our client, a major gas transportation company, is seeking a Finance Controls manager to join its strong human resource base. The company aims at promoting an enabling environment for regional economic growth and development as well as job creation for people within the sub region.

FINANCE CONTROL MANAGER
THE ROLE:• Reporting to the General Manager (Finance & Administration). The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of financial information for management decision making, meeting regulatory reporting requirements, ensuring effectiveness of financial controls and supporting the forward planning of the company on the whole.

KEY OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Initiate accounting policies and obtain necessary approvals and develop procedures for the implementation of these
• Develop and implement procedures for invoicing customers and managing receivables.

TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Initiate accounting policies, obtain necessary approvals and develop procedures for the implementation of these
• Develop and implement procedures for invoicing customers for gas transportation and managing receivables
• Develop and implement inventory controls and accounting in all company storerooms, for fixed assets and all accounting processes
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for administration of Financial Systems and managing the company’s tax exposure across all operational areas
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reviews, management accounts and reports of corporate financial performance
• Prepare annual statutory financial statements in accordance with applicable Laws
• Coordinate and prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts for business planning
• Coordinate annual external financial audits and implement audit recommendations
• Administer the financial management system (SUN) and manage all interfaces to the financial management system – Human ‘Manager, Gas Management System and MAXIMO
• Supervise monthly payroll processing
• Develop and mentor team members to ensure the maximization of their potential.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCES
• A degree in Finance, Economics or Accounting plus a professional accounting qualification CClMA, ACCA, ICA) an MBA will be an added advantage
• A minimum often (10) years post-qualification experience, seven of which should be in the energy industry
• Experience in accounting, controls, business planning, financial systems and gas contract agreements
• International experience in an energy company or a major consulting firm.
The job will be located at Accra – Ghana on local terms, but with responsibility across the sub region.
Nationals of the West African sub-region preferably Benin, Ghana, Nigeria and Togo will be ideal.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested applicants should apply with their CV s by 15 June 2012 to:
HR Advisory Services KPMG
Marlin House
13 Yiyiwa Drive, Abelenkpe P.O. Box GP 242
Accra
Or by e-mail to hr@kpmg.com.gh only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
All applications should be submitted in English.

VACANCY FOR FINANCE CONTROL MANAGER AT KPMG: THURSDAY, MAY 31, 2012.

Our client, a major gas transportation company is seeking a Finance Controls Manager to join its strong human resource base.The job will be located in Accra – Ghana on local terms but with responsibility across the sub region.

POSITION: FINANCE CONTROL MANAGER
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting plus a professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ICA) an MBA would be an advantage
A minimum of 10 years post qualification experience seven of which should be in the energy industry
Experience in Accounting, controls, business planning, financial systems, and gas contract agreements.
International experience in an energy company or a major consulting firm
Nationals of the West African Sun region preferably Benin, Ghana, Nigeria and Togo will be ideal

HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should apply with their CVs by 15 June 2012 to:
HR Advisory Services
KPMG
Marlin House
13 Yiyawa Drive, Abelenkpe
P. O. Box GP 242
Accra
Or
By e-mail to hr@kpmg.com.gh
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

KPMG FRESH GRADUTE RECRUITMENT: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2012.

KPMG: Cutting through complexity

Are you an Outstanding Graduate looking for an opportunity to Stand Out?

Ours is a team of outstanding professionals, working and cutting through complexities in the areas of Audit, Tax and Advisory Services. www.nigerianbestforum.com

We are looking to hire young, vibrant and forward looking Graduate Trainees who are ready to learn, perform and demonstrate competence in a short period of time in the following areas:
- Audit
- IT Advisory
- Tax
- Financial Advisory
- Management Consulting
- Financial Risk Management
- Forensic Service

INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST:
- Show adaptability, willingness to learn new skills and commitment to exceptional delivery
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills. www.nigerianbestforum.com
- Be innovative and creative
- Be emotionally intelligent
- Be under 26 years old
- Have a minimum of second class (upper division) degree at undergraduates level
- Have started, about to complete or completed National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Scheme

HOW TO APPLY
Email your CV to careers@ng.kpmg.com with Graduate Training Recruitment clearly stated as the subject of your mail not later than Tuesday 6th March 2012.

Please not that only shortlisted candidate will be contacted

KPMG NIGERIA: RECRUITMENT IN A LEADING FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS FIRM: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2011.

Our client is one of the largest and most profitable tier-one financial institutions in Nigeria with a network of over 600 branches across the country offering a full range of banking products and services, .
Our Client has a strong history and track record of stability and corporate governance.
The bank is currently executing key strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening its operations and consolidating its position as a market leader. In line with this driver, the bank seeks to recruit focused, energetic, results-oriented professionals, with track record of outstanding achievements to its dynamic business teams in the following areas:

CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER (ES00618)
Reports to the Group Managing Director
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Provide strategic guidance and direction to the various groups in the execution of their functions and activities
Formulate and recommend to the CEO, strategies and guidelines to effectively translate and cascade the corporate vision to operational levels.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTE
A good first degree from reputable institutions, Possession of higher degree(s) or relevant professional qualifications will be an added advantage
Minimum of 18 years of relevant Banking Experience

HEAD OF CORPORATE BANKING DIRECTORATE (ES00619)
Provide overall guidance and direction in the execution of the Group’s functions and activities
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Coordinate annual marketing annual marketing plans and strategies for the market segment
Supervise the activities of Group’s Heads within the function to ensure achievement of Performance results

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTE
A good first degree from reputable institutions, Possession of higher degree(s) or relevant professional qualifications will be an added advantage
Minimum of 15 years of relevant Banking Experience
Demonstrable knowledge of banking operations, institutional/corporate banking products and experience in managing high net worth customers with big ticket transactions

GROUP HEAD, EMERGING CORPORATES (ES00620)
Reporting to an Executive Director, the successful candidate will have primary responsibility for developing and implementing a robust framework and strategy for the emerging corporate business within the bank.
Develop and drive the formulation and execution of the market strategy of the emerging corporate Group

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTE
A good first degree from reputable institutions, Possession of higher degree(s) or relevant professional qualifications will be an added advantage
Minimum of 10 years of relevant Banking Experience part of which must have been at senior management level.
Good knowledge of the business environment, particularly the emerging corporate sector
Demonstrable knowledge to ability to generate liability and create quality risk asset portfolio based on the profitability aspiration of the group.

METHOD OF APPLICATIONS
To apply, please quote appropriate reference number as the subject of your e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word Document, and saved with your full names) to us at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com not later than 31 December 2011
Please include in your application, a statement of how you meet the advertised criteria, as well as names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities.
All applications will be treated in confidence. Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted

KPMG EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2011.

   
KPMG
Our client is a leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company, with operated and non-operated producing assets in OMLs and Marginal Fields, including oil & gas facilities and gas transport pipelines in Nigeria. Due to continuous growth in the past years and to further enhance its operational effectiveness, the Company is seeking highly motivated and result-oriented professionals to take up various responsibilities as follows:

HEAD OF GROUP CONTROL-ES00604
Reporting to the Group Chief Finance Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for independent review and assessment of the internal control framework, and oversee the activities of the internal audit consultant. He/she will monitor and maintain the risk management matrix and the quarterly risk reporting activities across the Company.

SPECIFICALLY, THE CANDIDATE WILL:
Have overall accountability for establishing an appropriate internal control framework and for its successful implementation across the Company.
Take full responsibility for on-going compliance checking with the internal control frame work and raising issues and recommendations to he Group;FO and other members of the )executive management team as needed.
Be accountable for monitoring balance sheet integrity in line with policies and procedures defined by the Group Financial Controller, raising issues and recommendations to the Group CFO, Group Financial Controller and Financial Controller, Nigeria, as needed.
Manage the day-to-day relationship www.nigerianbestforum.com with our internal audit consultant in Nigeria and London. Also support the development of the annual internal audit plan for the Group CFO and Audit Committee approval.
Lead the development of the risk management plan and the risk management processes across the Company.
Lead the corporate governance activities across the Group.
Qualifications, experience and attributes
A good first degree from a reputable institution.
A higher degree, preferably an MBA will be an advantage.
Qualified Chartered Accountant with internal audit and risk management experience preferably in an E&P company.
Working knowledge and experience of Corporate Governance practices and their successful implementation in different countries

RISK MANAGEMENT, GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE LEAD – ES00605
Reporting to the Head of Group Control, Internal Audit, Risk Management, Governance & Compliance, the successful candidate will monitor and maintain the risk management plans, processes, register and reporting activities across the Company. He/she will monitor corporate governance across the Company for compliance with various Acts, including the Nigerian Anti-Corruption Legislation.

SPECIFICALLY, THE CANDIDATE WILL:
Support the Head of Group Control in monitoring corporate governance activities across the Group.
Assist the head of group control to monitor compliance across he group, including joint ventures
Support the annual certification process and help create cultural awareness and compliance through a variety of processes and practices.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
A good first degree from a reputable institution.
A higher degree, preferably an MBA will be an advantage.
10 years’ relevant risk management, corporate governance and compliance experience.
Knowledge of joint ventures and how to influence effective risk management, corporate governance and compliance.
Working knowledge and experience of corporate governance practices and their successful implementation in different countries.

TAX AND TREASURY MANAGER-ES00606
Reporting to the CFO, Nigeria, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of strategies for managing the overall liquidity position of the Company, oversee activities involved in the management of Nigeria treasury and settlement of payment claims/obligations. He/she will provide tax advisory services that minimize tax exposure while ensuring full compliance specifically,
THE CANDIDATE WILL :
interface with the finance team with regard to funding and funds management.
Ensure proactive review of the Company’s structure and operations for optimal tax efficiency. Monitor and ensure compliance to Nigerian tax requirements and remittance of tax liabilities in line with defined deadlines.
Coordinate tax audits / inspections in conjunction with tax authorities/external parties. Develop and maintain relationships with relevant financial institutions, tax authorities and government agencies.
Champion the continuous review and update of finance and accounting policies, and processes to reflect changes in business operations and ensure alignment with leading tax practices.
Be responsible for ensuring liquidity management to meet short, medium and long term obligations of the Company. Have responsibility for determining funding requirements, preparing and processing funding/cash call requirements/cash request schedules in line with treasury policies band various ventures agreements.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
A good first degree from a reputable institution.
Relevant professional qualification Extensive experience in a similar role with an upstream oil and gas operator.
Strong appreciation of treasury operating management with strong knowledge of the local and international financial and economic (capital and money) market.
Strong analytical  business acumen, negotiation and persuading skills.
Results oriented with high level of attention to details.

TAX ACCOUNTING ES00607
Reporting to the Finance, Treasury and Tax Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for computing and determining tax liabilities of the Company. He/she will be responsible for preparing and filing the Company’s tax returns in line with tax requirements and deadlines to ensure compliance. Specifically, the candidate will:
Support in advising management on the tax implication of the Company’s business operations and recommend strategies to minimise tax liabilities while remaining within the ambit of tax laws.
Extract and reconcile tax information from the financial and accounting system
Accurately compute and file all relevant tax returns.
Maintain accurate and complete records of all tax transactions (e.g. tax returns, support receipts and certification) and related balance sheet (*%#ctivity for tax and audit purposes.
Facilitate the activities of tax authorities such as L1RS, FIRS during tax reviews.
Support in handling/resolving tax queries raised by relevant authorities/tax consultants.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
A first degree in Accounting or any Finance related discipline.
Three (3) years’ cognate experience www.nigerianbestforum.com in tax planning and computation preferably in the oil and gas industry or professional service firm.
Strong knowledge of tax laws, requirements for the oil and gas industry.
Strong analytical quantitative and problem solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft excel
Ability to extract and analyze large amount of data
Results oriented with high sense of responsibility and accountability.
Successful candidates for all the roles are expected to have:
Strong leadership and people. management skills.
Strong, interpersonal, communication and writing skills

METHODS OF APPLICATION
To apply, please quote the appropriate reference number as the subject of your e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a word document, and saved with your full names), a statement of how www.nigerianbestforum.com you meet our selection criteria, and the names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities to us at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com not later than 08 November 2011.
All applications will be treated in confidence.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

KPMG VACANCIES: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2011.

 

 

KPMG
Our client, an indigenous exploration and production company, is a subsidiary of an international company with a portfolio of oil and gas assels in Nigeria. The Company is based in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom State.
As part of strategies to further strengthen its operations in Nigeria, the Company has identified the need to recruit exceptional, highly motivated and energetic individuals to join its team and make significant contributions towards achieving its goals.
With emerging opportunities in the operating environment. www.nigerianbestforum.com this is a unique and rewarding opportunity for ambitious, talented and result-oriented individuals to join a dynamic and progressive business team. Immediate opportunities exist in the following areas

MANAGING DIRECTOR – ES00608

REPORTING TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day operations and management of the Company, including its joint venture operations in Lagos and Uyo. A major focus will be to develop the Company’s sole operated project of the Marginal Field. Specifically, the jobholder will:
•             Drive operational effectiveness and efficiency in the Company and its Joint Venture.
•             Provide leadership to ensure the application of international standards in all operations and HSE

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
•             A good first degree in any Science or Engineering disciplines from a reputable institution.
•             A minimum of 15 years’ upstream experience, including extensive general management experience within an exploration and production company.
Strong interpersonal skills, particularly relationship building and communication skills.
Ability to manage a large workforce with diverse background, maintain relationship with various stakeholders, including third-party contractors, JV partners and government agencies.
Excellent leadership, negotiating

FINANCE DIRECTOR:ES00609

The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the accounting, budgeting, cost control and financial reporting for the Joint Venture. A key component of this role will be to coordinate the preparation of the corporate budget in liaison with the JV partners, regulatory authorities and other stakeholders.

SPECIFICALLY, THE JOB HOLDER WILL:
•             Ensure that all transactions, accounting records and financial statements adhere to the relevant accounting reporting standards and Joint Operating Agreement requirements.
•             Relevant professional and influencing skills.
High intuition and good decision-making skills.
Operator and Asset Manager’s on cost, cost allocations and other financial matters in order to ensure compliance with Joint Operating Agreements.
Ensure the preparation of monthly joint venture cost forecasts and cash calls, as well as JV cost, budget and cash reports.
Supervise and review month and year-end VOWD and ensure accurate and timely accounting for joint venture assets.
Coordinate periodic account reconciliations, maintenance of the joint venture account, as well as monthly and year-end closing of accounts.
Review and analyze joint venture transactions and financial performance, and participate in joint venture account audits.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
A good first degree in accounting or any other finance related disciplines from a reputable institution
qualification Le. (ACA, ACCA, CPA or CIMA).
•             A minimum of 6 years’ experience in joint venture / project accounting in non¬operated and operated assets in the oil and gas industry.
•             Strong knowledge of joint venture finance, accounting and reporting standards, including cost allocation, cash calls, financial analysis and reporting.
•             Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, particularly negotiating, influencing relationship building and communication skills.
•             Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•             High intuition and good decision-making skills.
•             Strong attention to details.

SALES ENGINEERS (LOCATION – LAGOS, ABUJA & PORT HARCOURT)
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful www.nigerianbestforum.com candidate will be responsible for the development and
•             A good first degree in Accounting or any Finance-related disciplines from a reputable institution.
plans and management of budgets for all ongoing and future projects. In particular, he/she will ensure that the policies, systems and processes for executing projects align with the overall strategy of the company.

OTHER SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE TO:
•            Oversee the management system and overall execution of projects.
• . Supervise the preparation of scope of work, project schedule, quality, equipment, materials and direct supervision on all testing and commissioning activities.
Organise various sections from engineering, construction and procurement in preparing, establishing, testing and commissioning plans, including hazard and operability studies. www.nigerianbestforum.com
Coordinate all sub-contractors and vendors for the testing and commissioning of equipment before shipment (Factory Acceptance Tests).
Prepare weekly and monthly reports on the commissioning

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
good first degree in any field of Engineering from a reputable institution. A higher degree in . engineering and/or an MBA will be added advantage. Relevant project management certification(s) will be a distinct advantage.
•             A minimum of 15 years’ project management experience in the oil and gas sector.
•             Working knowledge of project management tools is essential.
•             Hands-on experience in project scheduling and monitoring, project engineering and costing, as well as the tendering and procurement processes.
•             Strong knowledge of joint venture project operations and interface in the oil and gas industry in non-operated and operated assets.
•             Good understanding of the economic evaluation of projects, as well as negotiations and

METHOD OF APPLICATION
To apply, please quote appropriate reference number as the subject of your e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a Microsoft Word document, and saved with your full names) to us at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com not later than 10 November 2011.
Please include in your application, a statement of how you meet the advertised criteria, as well as names and contact details (including telephone and e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your professional achievements and abilities.
Indigenes of Akwa-Ibom State are strongly encouraged to apply for any of the positions on offer.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.