PwC Nigeria Recruiting for Assitant consultant (accounting and finance)

Finance and Accounting (Advisory) - Assistant Consultant Share on twitterShare on linkedinShare on facebook|More Sharing Servicesmore Department:Advisory Closing date:08-Mar-15 Location:F.C.T. Abuja Reference Number:125-NIG00076 The Company PwC firms help organizations and individuals create the value they are looking for. We are a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. Job Summary & Purpose To ensure effectiveness in engagement delivery and practice management through the application of technical know-how and general project management expertise required to engage and satisfy client needs. Job Description • Provides team leadership on small-to-medium size projects involving the coaching & development, motivation and support in staff appraisal • Maintains sound client relationships • Communicate relationships to appropriate partners or leaders • Provides technical guidance in applying PwC’s finance and accounting methodology in all engagements • Monitors costs against budgets, prepares and follows-up ob bill collections • Provides honest and timely feedback to staff • Prepares high quality reports • Participates in business development initiatives that will involve identifying appropriate opportunities for the firm • Assists in the preparation of proposals that are consistent with the firm standards Requirements/Academic Qualification • Degree in Finance/ Accounting/ Business Administration or related field ACA, ACCA. • Minimum of 2 years work experience in the Finance/ Treasury/ Accounts function in a reputable organisation. Key Skills and competencies • Strong accounting technical skills • Strong knowledge of both local (SAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) • Skilled in corporate finance methodologies, financial risk management, forecasting and control • Good knowledge of best practice finance policies and procedures • Good knowledge of accounting systems and practices • Excellent interpersonal and people management skills. • Excellent team building skills. • Strong analytical and decision making skills as well as good interpersonal and communication skills. • Strong reporting writing and presentation skills. • Strong project management skills. • Proficiency in the use of financial spreadsheet applications. • Ability to work within tight schedules and timelines. • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple engagements and tasks. • Intuitiveness and attention to detail • Comfortable at dealing effectively with senior management and managers/staff. • Must be self motivated, able to work independently and willing to “roll-up their sleeves” to get the job done. • Must be an individual with a sound knowledge of finance and accounting who is also ready to broaden their skills in other solution sets. • Must be willing to travel. Location F.C.T., Abuja Apply at https://pwc_africa.recruitmentplatform.com/nigeria-careers-site/UK/details.html?nPostingID=2188&nPostingTargetID=36785&option=52&sort=DESC&respnr=1&ID=PRSFK026203F3VBQB796GLOPS&Resultsperpage=10&lg=UK&mask=nigeriacareerssite