Sigma Qualitas Limited is a network of experienced consultants, with over 50 years work experience
in large multinational organizations and the public sector, who have come together for the purpose of giving consultancy services and training to clients across many industries.
We are currently recruiting for the following:
Job Title: Finance Manager
Reporting to: Financial Controller – Africa (UK based).
Overall financial report to Group Finance Director in UK.
This is vital as this post will be the main reporting route to Group.
Job Description
To support the subsidiary with strategy, execution, business revenue planning and forecasting. The successful candidate will provide support on all matters relating to delivering Management and also to provide expertise and proficient insight to help drive business decision making.
Core Job Functions / Responsibility:
Ensure company complies with all accountancy standards and adopts best practice.
Deliver accurate and timely accounting information to UK parent.
Principal Responsibilities:
To ensure that good practice is employed for credit control.
Develop relationship with key stakeholders at all clients to ensure smooth invoice / payment process.
Manage cashflow on a day to day basis.
Maintain and develop relationship with bank.
Assist with annual budget pack and revised forecast data as and when required.
Monitor performance against budget in all areas (revenue, margin, expenses, cashflow etc).
Ensure that all State and Federal taxes are filed and paid promptly.
Ensure that all tax (VAT,WHT) rules are complied with and that the company has always minimised its tax liability.
Ensure that audits are planned and executed within prompt timeframes.
Any other such duties as may be required within the general character and level of the post.
Prepare weekly cash forecasts including customer collections.
Report to the CFO on a monthly basis on outstanding accounts. Build business relationship with key accounts
Primary Activities
To assess and influence progress towards strategic goals, both quantitative and qualitative, and act as a strategic business counselor and trusted advisor.
Identify and define business opportunities and risks in order to create sustainable value.
Support management with relevant information to drive improved performance
Ensure business decisions are grounded in sound financial analysis
Interpret management information to deliver understanding of business requirements.
Understand the Business strategy and provide highly relevant insight into business performance
Support the Finance Function in protecting the assets of the company and in ensuring compliance with financial regulations build business relationship with key accounts
Job Requirements and Skills
Graduate Qualifications: A First degree BEng, BSc, BTec, Science or Technology Only from a recognized University REQUIRED.
Post Graduate Qualifications: Master’s degree or Post Graduate Qualification would be of ADVANTAGE.
Previous Work Experience: Work experience ideally within an International Environment REQUIRED.
Experience: 7- 10 years work experience ESSENTIAL.
Certifications and Training Requirements: Relevant Certifications in (Accounting/Finance) and ACCA, CIMA, ACCA or similar Certification REQUIRED.
Key Skills:
Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Outstanding Process and Systems Documentation, Attention to Detail, Highly Organized, Conflict Resolution, Presentation Skills, Excellent Communication skills, Highly Organized, Team Oriented and Leadership, High Tolerance for Stress, Problem Management (analysis and resolution), Customer Service Orientation, Relationship Builder, High level of Integrity, Time and Priority Management Skills, People Management and Negotiation skills. Superior Analytical.
Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint) and CRM applications
Experience of Microsoft Dynamics
Good communication skills vital as this role will liaise regularly with both local management and Group Directors in UK.
Experience of foreign currency transactions.
Social skills in dealing with senior managers and colleagues in both Africa and abroad.
Good reporting skills.
Ability and confidence to contribute to the development of the company rather than just follow instructions.
Collating, preparing and interpreting reports, budgets, accounts, commentaries and financial statements
Assist in producing short to medium as well as long-term business plans
Managing budgets : Balance Sheet and P&L
A strong sense of purpose and responsibility with excellent interpersonal skills, good communicator with attention to detail and disciplined
Exceptional ability to work independently and under pressure
Possession of a high sense of integrity
Leadership skills, self-driven, results oriented and a clear focus on high quality and business profit.
Open minded, a progressive thinker, a listener and an individual who is comfortable with participation from fellow employee
Distribution experience or high volume transaction experience with large bluechip multi national companies would be beneficial.
Desired experience in financial management and processing in the context of foreign companies.
Foreign currency experience sought.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Self motivating, with flexibility and ability to work under pressure to deadlines
Sound knowledge of accounting principles and hands on experience of running an accounts office.
System implementation skills would be of advantage.
Job Title: Process Engineer
Job Requirements and Skills
Graduate Qualifications:
Basic Education should include: BA, BEng, BSc, BTec, Numeracy, Social Science or Technology Only from a recognised University REQUIRED.
Post Graduate Qualifications: Master’s degree or Post Graduate Qualification would be of ADVANTAGE.
Experience: Should have 3 – 4 years work experience in blue chip organisation companies of which prospective candidates should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the use of Processes is REQUIRED, NYSC is ESSENTIAL.
Certifications and Training Requirements: Relevant Certifications & Training will be considered such as: Six Sigma Green Belt (a must have), ISO, ITIL v3, PMP, BCP, Risk Management or Equivalent would be of ADVANTAGE.
Should have a good concept of overall situation and the spirit of teamwork, and be able to take frequent business trips domestically and abroad.
Should have the following key soft skills; Good interpersonal, persuasion and communication skills, good team and leadership skills, Delivering Powerful Presentations.
Core Job Functions / Responsibility:
As a process engineer’s candidates will be expected to optimise, and constantly think about how to make any system a lot more efficient using innovative ways of improving process, for government agency, banks, telecoms and service provide as well as its customers
Skills such as process analysis and systematic problem solving approaches are used to come up with solutions to many of these problems. With a view that no problem is too big or too small, one will always find a process or technology to improve. From reducing the amount of papers to sign when opening an account, to deploying telephone banking, it is this sort of ingenuity that keeps the bank at the cutting edge of technology that improves customer loyalty and the bottom line. At any given time the work of a process engineer is often times project-orientated and a process engineer may need to work on several projects simultaneously, all at various different stages.
The design, creation, packaging and maintenance of materials and resources for use in learning and development. Typically involves the assimilation of information from existing sources, selection and re-presentation in a form suitable to the intended purpose and audience. Includes design, configuration and testing of learning environments, and use of appropriate current technologies.
The definition and management of the process for deploying and integrating new capabilities into the business in a way that is sensitive to and fully compatible with business operations.
The management of projects, typically (but not exclusively) involving the development and implementation of business processes to meet identified business needs, acquiring and utilising the necessary resources and skills, within agreed parameters of cost, timescales, and quality.
The application of techniques for monitoring and improvement of quality to any aspect of a function or process. The achievement of, and maintenance of compliance to, national and international standards, as appropriate.
The process of ensuring that the agreed quality standards within an organisation are adhered to and that best practice is promulgated throughout the organisation.
The development, maintenance, control and distribution of quality standards.
The management and control of one or more client service functions, including strategy, support for business development, quality of service and operations.
Typical Work Activities
Assessing processes for their relevance, and assessing the adequacy of tools and equipment;
Reviewing existing data to see if more research and information need to be collated;
Designing, installing and commissioning new production units, monitoring modifications and upgrades, and troubleshooting existing processes;
Applying the principles of mass, momentum, sustainability, customer centricity, problem solving and transfer to service or product design, including conceptual, scheme and detail design;
Conducting process development experiments and preparing reports, flow diagrams and charts;
Managing the cost and time constraints of projects, or selecting, managing and working with sub-contractors;
Supporting the conversion of small-scale processes into commercially viable large-scale operations;
Assuming responsibility for risk assessment, for the health and safety of both company staff and the wider community;
Ensuring the process works at the optimum level, to the right rate and quality of output, in order to meet supply needs;
Making observations and taking measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff involved;
Assuming responsibility for environmental monitoring and on-going performance of processes;
Ensuring that all aspects of an operation or process meet specified regulations or standards;
working closely with bank operations to monitor and improve the efficiency, output and outcomes;
working closely with other specialists, monitor quality, service, products and outcomes
Key Skills:
Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Outstanding Process and Systems Documentation, Attention to Detail, Highly Organised, Conflict Resolution, Presentation Skills, Excellent Communication skills, Highly Organised, Team Oriented and Leadership, High Tolerance for Stress, Problem Management (analysis and resolution), Customer Service Orientation, Relationship Builder, High level of Integrity, Time and Priority Management Skills, People Management and Negotiation skills. Superior Analytical.
Good Customer Service
Must be able to meet and exceed targets
Job Title: Mechanical / Electrical Key Account Management Engineer
Job Requirements and Skills
Graduate Qualifications: A First degree Beng and BTec, Only from a recognised University REQUIRED.
Post Graduate Qualifications: Master’s degree or Post Graduate Qualification would be of ADVANTAGE.
Experience: 7-10 years of sales management experience, NYSC is ESSENTIAL.
Certifications and Training Requirements: Relevant Certifications would be of advantage
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and developing our already excellent working relationship across multifunctional departments including Engineering, Stores, Procurement, Logistics and Finance
The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the development of the sales and profit margin, in their designated client, in line with company budgetary targets
Job Core Requirement
Mechanical/Electrical or Engineering qualification/ background essential
Currently in a Sales role looking to move into a Key Account Management.
Core Job Functions / Responsibility:
Key responsibilities include but not limited to;
Providing Technical support and advice to the Engineering Teams
Strategic management of customer and supplier relationships
Acting as a first point of contact for all technical and administrative matters
Identifying and initiating cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Problem solving – offering innovative solutions
Resolution of technical Queries and issues arising
Cross Referencing of OEM parts
Initiate and drive Inventory optimisation project
Involvement and Support on Client Projects as required
Developing the range and scope of product categories supplied
Maintaining and improving levels of service to site in line with company SLA
Meeting and exceeding contractual obligations
Achieving agreed targets and KPIs- both internal and external
Organising and chairing service review meetings at agreed intervals
Key Skills:
Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Outstanding Process and Systems Documentation, Attention to Detail, Highly Organized, Conflict Resolution, Presentation Skills, Excellent Communication skills, Highly Organized, Team Oriented and Leadership, High Tolerance for Stress, Problem Management (analysis and resolution), Customer Service Orientation, Relationship Builder, High level of Integrity, Time and Priority Management Skills, People Management and Negotiation skills. Superior Analytical.
Excellent interpersonal skills capable of operating at many levels up to and including Company Director
Strong commercial background
Business management skills (planning, forecasting, budgeting and evaluation)
Existing knowledge of key account operations and contacts
Knowledge of trade terms, pricing, discount and rebates
Knowledge on Customer Relationship Management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Must possess leadership and supervisory skills abilities
An overseas/international experience would be a distinct advantage
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidaetes should send CV to: jobs@sigmaqualitas.com
Required with your submitted CV are the following; your current earning information and your DOB. Your contact details should contain active phone numbers and email addresses. Review your CV every time you make a submission, one CV does not fit all jobs. Kindly note that we need the subject matter of your response to contain the Job Title you are interested in, the file type must be PDF or DOCX, the preference being word documents, any response that contains a file name such as “My CV or My Resume” cannot be treated.
Please note short listing is based on the requirements in the given job descriptions such as; qualifications required, years of experience, technology and industry exposure. All candidates for the list positions MUST have relevant and required work experience.
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