As part of Its continuous development programme, PZ Cussons is seeking to recruit 4 to 6 vibrant, energetic and Intelligent candidates who have the potential to grow within the organisation and eventually take on leadership roles in Finance. Successful candidates will, with performance and Interest, be given exposure to Financial Analysis, Supply Chain Finance and core areas such as Management Accounting, Treasury, Tax, Credit Control and Internal Controls, with the objective of gaining the necessary skills to head an overall finance department or function In a large listed conglomerate. Several current members of the finance staff have completed shorter or longer overseas broadening/training assignments.
To succeed you will need to display history of above achievements and results. An education In finance/ accounting and early work exposure Is advantageous, as well as a completed or Initiated professional stUdy, e.g. lCAN, ACCA etc. You must also have a track record of success/achievements And very strong Intellectual
All applications are required to have a can Do attitude, exhibiting our core values courage,
Accountability networking, Drive and Oneness
Remuneration: All the positions carry an attractive package with a unique opportunity for further personal growth within the business.
Qualified applicants should apply online at:
www.pzcussons.com/pzc/working/pzinigeria/vacancies
Applicatins must be received within two (2) weeksfrom the date of this publication.
Only short listed candidates would be contacted.
Cost Accountant
The successfuf candidate must be one of the top cost accountants In Nigeria, and capable of managing the costing for 400 SKUs across 11 factories located In 3 sites.
Responsibilities
•Act as the -costing expert and custodian of the costing system Within the organisation and help Supply Chain and Finance to resolve technically challenging costing issues and ensure consistent costing principles across the ditferent faetorles.
• Maintain accurate standard oosts across all aspects of the production process and ensure that these conslstently reflect the true picture. Ensure cost data Is allocated correctIy and take corrective Ilctlon to resolve issues.
•Ensure that the Bill of Materials reflect con-ect usage levels and support investigations of any major variances, plus ensure thattl’lese get resolved.
•Ensure that the material cost give an acurate picture of current costs, tilklng Into account stock levels on hand.
•Ensure proper allocatIon of conversion costs Into flnished products.
•Reviewand validate WlP lellels on a monthly basis
Prepare relevant and actionable monthly reports which are explained to the stakeholders.
Identify cost reduction opportunities.
•DeveIop and enhance the cost accounting system with our current ERP software, MFG PRO, as a base.
•Revlew current cost accounting processes and controls and continuously seeks to enhance the same.
•Document cost accounting and Inventory processes ana procedures.
•Coordinate physical Inventories and cycle accounts and reconcile to general ledger.
•Support the overall finance function from his/her area of expertise as required
The deal candidate for this position should:
•Have a B.Sc/HND in Accounting or Finance, a professional qualification such liS ACA, ACCA, and ClMA would be an addect advantage.
•Have 3-5 years relevant work experience in a high volume multi pie SKU production envIronment, with a proven track record of getting results.
Have advanced computer skills specifically in microsoft Excel and ERP Systems.
•MFG PRO knowledge would be a distinct advantage but nota pre-requisite.
•Beself-motivated and self-directedt, able and willing to take Initiative.
•Have coniderable interaction and involvement with all levels In other departments.
•Must have strong analytical skills with partcular attention to detail.
•Have an ability to work independentiy with attention to detllhnd the atiflity to work on multiple projects at a time are essential.
•Must be able to respond to flexlbly to changing circumstances.
Location: Not Specified
Experience: 3 year(s)
Course of Study: Accounting
Required Grade: Not Specified
Financial Analyst
Responsibilities
•Provide all required financial leadershlp and guidance to the category assigned. Act as the finance Manager for the category assigned end together with the rest of the team strive to optimize the performance.
• Pro-actively ensure that the flnanch.I targets are met.
• Provide financial evaluations of aU new products and Investment proposals. Ensure that these are fully analysed with the flnancfallf’nllactetarlfled and retumsoptlmlsed.
• Pro-actively seek ways to further drive the profitability of the category by identifying opportunities.
• Ensure that proper spending controls are in place and that the category Is aware of the actual spends vs.latest commitments.
• Ensure that the monthly and yearly profit pertormance is tracked and that the status is explained to the management team on a continuous basis.
•Manage the financial month end closing for the category and ensure that the results are accurate and clearly understood by the management team.
•Coordinate the five year plan, budget and profit forecasts for the categoty.
•Workmoetherwlth the rest attheteam to optmise working capital.
Qualifications:
•Have a minimum of second Class lower degree In Accounting, Finance or related disdpllne.
•Have two to three (2-3) years post-qualification experience In tile FMCG industry.
•Be an associate member of the institute of chartered Accountants of Nigeria and/or the Association of chartered Accountants and /CIMA.
•Have a strong understanding of financial analysis techniques.
•Have a good knowledge of accounting soft-wares, MFG/pro knowledge would be an advantage.
•Be computer literate especially a sound knowledge of microsoft Excel. Very strong Excel modeling skills are required.
•Have a sound knoledge of IAS/SAS and IFRS.
•Possess good interpersonal skills.
•Have an eye for details and be self-motivated.
•Must be a good team player.
•Must have a fiexible approach to work and be able to work under pressure.
Location: Not Specified
Experience: 2 year(s)
Course of Study: Accounting
Required Grade: Not Specified
Management Accountant
Responsibilities
•Co-ordinate the overall accounting and reconciliations for the assigned legal entity.
•Ensure that the books are compliant with the relevant accunting regulatlons and sandards.
•Analyse Business performance versus targets, and pro-ilctively help drive the performance.
•Support management decision making by ensuring that relevant and accurate data are available.
• Manage Revenue and Cost Projections.
•Prepane monthly variance analysis.
•Provide regular cash management reports and forecasting.
•Monitor MFG/PRO transactions to ensure accuracy of all transactions.
The right candidate must:
•possess a B.Sc Degree in Accounting.
•Have two to three (2-3)years experience in the FMCG industry
•Bean assoetate member of the Instltute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria.
•Have a good knowledge of accounting software, MFG/Pro knowledge would be an advantage.
•Be computer literate espedlly a sound knowledge or Microsoft Excel.
•Have a sound knowledge of IAS/SAS and IFRS.
•Possess good lnterpersonal skills.
•Have an eye for deails and be self-motivated.
• Must be a good team player.
Must have a flexibleapproach to work and be able to work under pressure.
Location: Not Specified
Experience: 2 year(s)
Course of Study: Accounting
Required Grade: Not Specified
Credit Control Manager
Responsibilities
•Coordinate all credit activities to assist with reducing exposure to bad debt.
The Role:Credit Control Manager
Monitor the accurate reporting of sales values
•.Monitor the adequacy of the company’s sales as captured by all the depots
•Maintain accuracy of distributors’ records.
•Monitor the distributors account from all depots for accurate posting.
•proactively assess credit worthiness for new customers.
•Check and approve journal entry into the general ledger.
•Monitor the repatriation of export rebate.
•Monitor export sales to the point ofpayment.
•Liaise with depot managers for transaction correction
•Provide support services to other SBUs/Units.
The ideal candidate for this position should:
•Have a minimum of second Class lower deqree In Accounting, Finance or related disdpllne.
•Have five to nine (5-9) years post-qualification experience in the FMCG industry.
• Be an associate member of the institute of chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Association of chartered Accountants.
•Have a good knowledge of accounting soft-wares, MFG/pro knowledge would be an advantage
•Be highly computer literate especially a sound knowledge of microsoft Excel.
•Have a sound knowledge of IAS/SAS and IFRS.
•Possess good lnterpersonal skills.
•Have an eye for deails and be self-motivated.
• Must be a good team player.
Must have a flexibleapproach to work and be able to work under pressure.
Location: Not Specified
Experience: 5 year(s)
Course of Study: Accounting
Required Grade: Not Specified
