Current Vacancies at KPMG

Our client is the market leader within the Nigerian manufacturing industry. The Company is expanding operations across Africa and has embarked on several transformation initiatives aimed at building world-class processes, systems and infrastructure, to enable it to consolidate on its market leadership position.

The Company has identified the need to recruit dynamic, competent and suitably qualified professionals to fill the vacant positions within its Finance Function:

HEAD OF FINANCE, NIGERIA
REF NO: HF-C001

Reporting to the Group CFO, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership and oversight to the finance team in Nigeria and will have overall responsibility for the quality and integrity of the finance function and the associated financial controls and disciplines. Emphasis will be on building a world class finance team and implementing best practice financial management within the business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive the implementation of the finance team’s operational strategy, work plans, programs, systems, controls, policies and procedures to ensure a rigorous framework in alignment with the company’s overall objectives.
Overall responsibility for financial reporting, budgeting, planning, cost control and tax together with the development of the finance organisation.
Ensure timely and accurate provision of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting to aid management decision-making process and reporting to external stakeholders,

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any other related discipline.
Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ACA).
A minimum of fifteen (15) years post qualification experience, of which at least five (5) years must be at senior management level within the manufacturing industry.
Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the manufacturing industry.
Advanced financial and accounting knowledge, including understanding of finance best practices and IFRS/ international accounting standards.
Experience of best practice finance functions and implementation of financial control frameworks.
Good understanding of financial controls, foreign exchange operations and regulation.
Proven experience in strategic financial planning and analysis.
Very sound business acumen-financial and commercial knowledge.
Working knowledge of ERPs (SAP will be an added benefit).
Strong communication, interpersonal and networking skills.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
High ethical standards and integrity.

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
REF NO: FC-C002

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting and control with primary focus on the accuracy and integrity of the Company’s results. Focus will be on developing a central “centre of excellence” approach to ensure consistency of accounting processes and control functions across the various country locations in Nigeria.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordination of financial information for all country locations (plants, etc.) for consolidation and reporting.
Ensuring that appropriate systems, internal controls and accounting processes are implemented and maintained.
Preparation of timely, accurate and relevant fi nancial information for strategic decision making and external audit purposes.
Preparation of budgets, forecasts and cash flows.
Participate in relevant communications with external auditors and Internal Audit staff.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline.
Relevant professional accounting/ finance certification, (e.g. ACA)
Minimum of ten (10) years post qualification experience.
Advanced accounting knowledge, including experience with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Working knowledge and demonstrated experience in the use of accounting packages and systems, including SAP
Good interpersonal relationship and people management skills.

GROUP HEAD OF TREASURY
REF NO: GHTR - C003

Reporting to the Group CFO, the successful candidate will be responsible for effective management of the company’s liquidity; loans and debt profiles; investment portfolios; financial and currency risks assessments, across the Group.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and implement strategies to anticipate and meet the Group’s short, medium and long term financing needs at a reasonable cost while ensuring alignment with organisational goals and objectives.
Ensure judicious management of the Group’s liquidity to meet its medium-term requirements and obligations with focus on cash management and cash forecasting.
Establish processes to support the identification of financial risks and exposure and the undertaking of appropriate foreign exchange and interest rate hedging decisions.
Coordinate relationships with banks and investment managers.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly and quarterly liquidity and investment reports.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in any relevant discipline.
Relevant professional accounting/ finance certification (e.g. ACA, CFN/MBA in Finance).
Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant experience with at least three (3) in a senior management position
Good understanding of micro and macroeconomic indices and its impact on the Group’s operations.
Strong understanding of international treasury (corporate and! or banking) operations, risk management and bank relationship management.
Good understanding of debt and equity structuring.
Strong understanding of cash forecast models
Demonstrated commitment to ethical standards and high level of integrity.
Strong leadership and people management skills including the ability to manage cross- cultural teams effectively.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.

REGIONAL CONTROLLER
REF NO: RC - C004

Reporting to the Regional CFOs, the successful candidates will have overall responsibility for coordinating accounting procedures including procedures and timetables for the month-end and year-end closing for assigned regions in line with statutory guidelines and Group finance policies. He/she will have overall accountability for maintaining financial controls with respect to assigned region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive the implementation of common reporting structures and guidelines across assigned region.
Provide support in building local Finance teams in each subsidiary.
Provide Regional CFOs with consolidated project accounts on a periodic basis, in line with agreed report format.
Undertake periodic international travel to oversee regional finance operations in countries/ operations within assigned region.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Economics, Finance or other related discipline.
Relevant professional accounting/ finance certification (e.g. ACA).
Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience with at least three (3) in a supervisory position.
Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the manufacturing industry.
Strong financial and accounting knowledge, including understanding of finance best practices and IFRS/ international accounting and financial reporting standards
Sound business acumen - financial and commercial knowledge.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Working knowledge of accounting systems, including SAP
Knowledge of French will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of OHADA and SYSCOA.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send their CV’s to: corporaterecruitment@ng.kpmg.com with the relevant job title and code stated in the subject line of the email.

Each application must include:
A cover letter indicating the applicant’s position of interest and detailed contact information.
Applicant’s curriculum vitae.
All applications will be treated in confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

DUE DATE: 7 May, 2013

Latest Vacancies at KPMG

Our client, a household name in the energy sector is seeking Operations and Maintenance Superintendents to join its strong human resource base. The company is a source of cost-effective, reliable energy for the sub region and aims at promoting an enabling environment for regional economic growth and development as well as job creation for people within the sub-region.

• OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENTS (x2)

This role, which is a local job, requires two candidates who will be responsible for the following:

1.The Western operational area (Togo and Ghana), with job location in Ghana

2. The Eastern operational area (Benin and Nigeria) with job loco/ion in Badagry, Nigeria.

 

DUTIES

Reporting to the General Manager for Operations, the successful candidates will provide leadership and ensure that all corporate operations and maintenance objectives are met.

 

KEY OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

•        Be responsible for all HES issues with respect to workplace environment and culture, with priority on employees, contractors and the public.

• Ensure that operating parameters are maintained within required safety limits. 

•Develop and implement approved operating and maintenance processes, policies and procedures in accordance with international standards and acceptable practices.

•        Lead and support the development, use, and analysis of system process and results metrics (operational, financial, and safety).

•        Develop, implement, and monitor the performance of operational programs in line with the company's business plan and strategies against operating expense budget in respective area.

•        Act as Contract Holder for all Operations & Maintenance contracts in respective area, develop and manage all contractual issues.

 

TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

•        Oversee and direct the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of regulating and metering facilities.

•        Oversee the monitoring and preventive/ corrective maintenance of gas heaters, generators (gas and diesel engine driven), vessels, safety systems of each station and the cathodic protection systems of the onshore and offshore pipelines.

•        Ensure pipeline system and stations within the respective areas are manned and ROW patrolled to enhance damage prevention and public awareness.

•        Oversee and direct the safe and efficient operation of the Gas Control Centers and the pipeline system in the respective areas via the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.

•        Oversee and direct all gas measurement activities including tracking and maintaining measurement data integrity, certification of measurement systems, troubleshooting, and discrepancy resolution processes.

For the Eastern area, in addition to the responsibilities above, the candidate will oversee the monitoring and preventive/ corrective maintenance of the (;as Compressors and its accessories

 

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• A degree in Gas, Chemical, Process or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience

• Demonstrable experience in all aspects of onshore and offshore natural gas transmission pipeline and metering station operations and maintenance

• Demonstrable experience in a range of the following: pipeline pigging, pipeline repairs, gas heating and pressure reduction systems, cathodic protection and instrument calibration/ repair

• Sound knowledge of hazard (HES) management, gas measurement and volumetric counting

• Budget and vendor management skills

• Astute leadership and team building abilities

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrable experience in working in a diverse multinational environment

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 CVs and indicate in the email or on the envelope, the operational area (Eastern or Western) of interest.

All applications should be submitted in English by 30 MARCH 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

Operations and Maintenance Superintendents at KPMG

Our client, a household name in the energy sector is seeking Operations and Maintenance Superintendents to join its strong human resource base. The company is a source of cost-effective, reliable energy for the sub region and aims at promoting an enabling environment for regional economic growth and development as well as job creation for people within the sub-region.

This role, which is a local job. requires two candidates who will be responsible for the following:

1. The Western operational area (Togo and Ghana), with job location in Ghana

2. The Eastern operational area (Benin and Nigeria) with job location in Badagry, Nigeria.

• OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENTS

DUTIES

Reporting to the General Manager for Operations, the successful candidates will provide leadership and ensure that all corporate operations and maintenance objectives are met.

KEY OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be responsible for all HES issues with respect to workplace environment and culture, with priority on employees, contractors and the public.

• Ensure that operating parameters are maintained within required safety limits

• Develop and implement approved operating and maintenance processes, policies and procedures in accordance with international standards and  acceptable practices.

• Lead and support the development, use, and analysis of system process and results metrics (operational, financial. and safety).

• Develop, implement, and monitor the performance of operational programs in line with the company's business plan and strategies against operating expense budget in respective area.

• Act as Contract Holder for all Operations & Maintenance contracts in respective area. develop and manage all contractual issues.

TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and direct the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of regulating and metering facilities.

• Oversee the monitoring and preventive! corrective maintenance of gas heaters, generators (gas and diesel engine driven), vessels, safety systems of each station and the cathodic protection systems of the onshore and offshore pipelines.

• Ensure pipeline system and stations within the respective areas are manned and ROW patrolled  to enhance damage prevention and public awareness. 

• Oversee and direct the safe and efficient operation of the Gas Control Center( and the pipeline system in the respective areas via the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.

• Oversee and direct all gas measurement activities including tracking and maintaining measurement data integrity, certification of measurement systems. Troubleshooting, and discrepancy resolution processes.

• For the Eastern area, in addition to the responsibilities above, the candidate will oversee the monitoring and preventive! Corrective maintenance of the Gas Compressors and its accessories

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• A degree in Gas, Chemical, Process or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience

• Demonstrable experience in all aspects of onshore and offshore natural gas transmission pipeline and metering station operations and maintenance

• Demonstrable experience in a range of the following: pipeline pigging, pipeline repairs, gas heating and pressure reduction systems. cathodic protection and instrument calibration! repair

• Sound knowledge of hazard (HES) management. gas measurement and volumetric counting

• Budget and vendor management skills

• Astute leadership and team building abilities

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrable experience in working in a diverse multinational environment

• 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 CVs and indicate in the Email or on the envelope, the operational area (Eastern or Western) of interest.

All applications should be submitted in English by 30 March 2012 to:

HR Advisory Services KPMG

Marlin House

13 Yiyiwa Drive, Abelenkpe

P.O. Box GP 242

Accra

Or by-mail to hr@kpmg.com.gh

Project Manager at KPMG Nig.

Our client, an indigenous exploration and production company, is a subsidiary of an international company with a portfolio of oil and gas assets 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.

 

Job Title: Project Manager

Job ID: ES00610

Location: Uyo

Reports to: Managing Director

 

Responsibilities

• The successful candidates will be responsible for the development and implementation of the operational plans and management of budgets for all ongoing and future projects.
• In particular, s/he will ensure that the policies, systems and processes for executing projects align with the overall strategy of the company.
• Oversee the management system and overall execution of projects.
• Supervise the preparation of scope of work, project scheduled, quality, equipment, materials and direct supervision on all testing and commissioning activities
• Organize various sections from engineering, construction and procurement in preparing, establishing, testing and commissioning plans, including hazard and operability studies.
• Coordinate all sub-contractors and vendors for the testing and commissioning of equipment before shipment (Factory Acceptance Test).
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on the commissioning activities and E&I of projects.

Qualifications

• A good first degree in any field of Engineering form 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 commercial skills in the oil and gas industry.
• Excellent leadership, negotiating and influencing skills.

Method of Application

To apply, please quote the appropriate reference number as the subject of the e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a word document and saved with your full names), a statement of how 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 achievement and abilities to us at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com not later than November 10, 2011.

Finance Director at KPMG Nig.

Our client, an indigenous exploration and production company, is a subsidiary of an international company with a portfolio of oil and gas assets 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.

 

Job Title: Finance Director

Job ID: ES00609

Location: Uyo

Reports to: Board of Directors

 

Responsibilities

• The successful candidates 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.
• Ensure that all transactions, accounting records and financial statements adhere to the relevant accounting reporting standards and Joint Operating Agreement requirements.
• Liaise with Joint venture operator and asset managers on cost, cost allocations and other financial matters in order to ensure compliance with Joint Operating Agreements.
• Ensure the preparation of monthly joint ventures 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 reconciliation, 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.

 

Qualifications

• A good first degree in accounting or any finance related discipline from a reputable institution.
• Relevant professional qualification i.e. (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.

Method of Application

To apply, please quote the appropriate reference number as the subject of the e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a word document and saved with your full names), a statement of how 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 achievement and abilities to us at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com not later than November 10, 2011.

Managing Director at KPMG

Our client, an indigenous exploration and production company, is a subsidiary of an international company with a portfolio of oil and gas assets 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.

 

Job Title: Managing Director

Job ID: ES00608

Location: Uyo

Reports to: Board of Directors

 

Responsibilities

• The successful candidates 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.
• 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
• Maintain good working relationships with JV partners, government agencies, host communities and other stakeholders

Qualifications

• A good first degree in any science or engineering disciplines from a reputable university
• A minimum of 15 years’ upstream experience including extensive general management experience within an exploration and production company.
• Strong interpersonal skills, particularly relationships building and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a large workforce wit diverse background, maintain relationship with various stakeholders, including third party contractors, JV partners and government agencies.
• Excellent leadership, negotiating and influencing skills
• High intuition and good decision-making skills.

 

Method of Application

To apply, please quote the appropriate reference number as the subject of the e-mail and send your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a word document and saved with your full names), a statement of how 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 achievement and abilities to us at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com not later than November 10, 2011.