Etisalat Nigeria Recruits [March 2015]

Etisalat’s vision is a world where people’s reach is not limited by matter or distance; a world where people will effortlessly stay in touch with family and friends; a world where businesses of all sizes can reach new markets without the limitations of distance and travel.

We are recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Specialist, Capex

Location: Lagos

Job Summary
Reporting directly to the Head, Network Finance/Capex Management, this role will:

• Continuously develop and manage the Capex Management function to ensure Capex benefits are optimized; costs are managed within agreed envelopes, and guidance provided to the various departments on Capex issues.
• Support the Capex approval process to ensure rigorous optimum return on investment and stringent cost management practices
• Provide decision-support analyses and reporting based on agreed timelines and standards to aid management with financial business decision making.

Principal Functions

• Ensure compliance with the capital policies and procedures as detailed in the Capex Framework
• Assist in producing Capital Expenditure reports to highlight actuals vs. budget
• Reporting on cashflow actuals and forecast for capital expenditures
• Conduct ad-hoc regular physical verifications of physical assets
• Support Fixed Asset Reconciliation and ensure Fixed Assets register is accurate
• Preparation of analysis to support Capex key Performance indicators
• Analyse financial trends to highlight non-profitable Capex projects
• Perform ‘what if’ analysis on Capex initiatives on cost savings. Report findings to the management team to support the decision making process
• Work with Procurement and stakeholders to monitor and track the performance of the suppliers/projects – on time delivery of the requirements in the right quality and quantity to deliver the best value to the business and customer’s needs
• Develop a standardised Capex Model for assessing Capex request
• Support the Finance support team in developing business cases in line with best practices to optimize spend and ensure a return on investment within the shortest possible time Track

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics required.
• Relevant professional part qualification (ICAN, ACCA, CIMA) will be an added advantage

Experience,Skills & Competencies:

• Minimum of three to five years post-NYSC relevant work experience in reporting, consolidation and financial analysis. Experience in consulting and financial advisory services industry a plus
• Experience of working with Capex projects
• Strong excel skills and access database skills
• Financial Systems Knowledge (emphasis on Oracle ERP)
• Good Knowledge of GSM industry.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel, Power point and Word).
• Accounting/IFRS knowledge
• Good Understanding of financial modeling
• High level of accuracy and attention to details
• Good verbal and written communication
• Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple projects as well as follow through skills
• Ability to work with others in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Passion for Excellence
• Integrity
• Empowering people
• Growing people
• Team work

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online