EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT INSURANCE COMPANY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT INSURANCE COMPANY

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Our client, an insurance company licensed to transact business in Nigeria, requires qualified candidates for the following positions:

Chief Finance Officer

Complements the managing Director/CEO in strategies planning and decision making, leveraging on financial and technical expertise which requires strategies thinking and good communication skills, Candidates should

·         Be able to work closely and effectively with the CEO in sharing and supporting the CEO in shaping the organization's strategy.

·         Have the ability to adopt a business strategy to maintain and strengthen partnerships with others, both inside and outside the organization, who can provide information, assistance and support to the development of the organization's operations.

·         Understand the strategic business drivers and key issues affecting the organization and its impact in stakeholders and users of financial statements

·         Manage capital, funding needs and cash flows, balancing shareholders' returns and risks, for achieving the organization's objectives

·         Be knowledgeable on financial statements reporting in line with the regulatory requirements and best practice.

·         Be a member of the institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria or equivalent

·         Have a first degree in any discipline a second degree could be desirable

·         Ten (plus) years experience

Experience could be varied which could include that in a professional accounting firm, insurance industry experience is not requisite.

Head of Internal Audit

Will be responsible for developing and leading the Internal Audit function in a professional manner which seeks to ensure that it is effective and commands a high standard of respect both internally and externally candidate should

·         Be able to evaluate an organization's management of risks

·         Have knowledge of auditing practices and principles

·         Have the ability to collect and evaluate evidences from an organization's information systems, practices, and operations and determine if the information systems are safeguarding the information assets, maintaining data integrity, and operating effectively and efficiently to achieve the organizations business objectives.

·         Have multi industry experience which could include insurance and/or experience in a professional accounting firm.

·         Be a member of the institute of chartered Accountants of Nigeria or equivalent

·         Have a first degree in any discipline

 Ten (plus) years experience is considered adequate

Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors or any of its affiliate bodies will be an advantage.

Assistant Manager and Deputy Manager

Candidates should:

·         Be knowledgeable about international Financial Reporting Standards and economic principles

·         Have knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations

·         Have knowledge and experience of accounting computer applications.

·         Be able to prepare financial management reports

·         Be capable of generating accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close processes and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.

·         Be able to resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities

·         Have the ability to collect and analyze financial information recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial issues.

·         Have a minimum of seven years experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice.

·         Be a member of the institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria or equivalent

·         Have a first degree in any discipline

Application Process

Interested applicants should forward their CVs/resumes and cover letters to: recruitment@siriusassocates.com  

No other form of application is acceptable email subject should be the title of the position being applied for

Applications must be submitted not later than 17^th June, 2014 to be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted