Nielsen Company, Nigeria Urgently Needs a Financial Controller

Brief Description about the Company:

The Nielsen Company is a global leader in measurement and information and we believe in providing our clients with a precise understanding of the consumer. We give insights into what consumers buy and watch to a multitude of our clients including Unilever, Procter & Gamble, Google, Diageo, Coca Cola and others.

We give a world view and possess a wealth of local knowledge which enables us to deliver invaluable critical media and marketing information, analytics and industry expertise on consumers and consumer behavior.

Job description

The key responsibilities include:

Track and review the monthly Account reconciliations
Review Revenue cognition or any other technical accounting issues for compliance
Review and tracking of Account Receivables, collections, unbilled receivables, credit notes, DBO
Tracking of compliance to local, state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
Develop and document region specific business processes and policies to maintain and strengthen internal control
Prepare and update monthly Controller Scorecard
Management of the finance function and overseeing the finance team.
Engage and manage operating planning process
Preparation of budgets, forecasts and cash flows
Timely Payroll preparation and process implementation
Maintenance of financial and accounting processes.
Preparation of monthly consolidated P&L account and Balance Sheet
Timely and accurate preparation of statutory and internal financial reports
Conduct quality checks on all prepared reports before submission to both local & regional teams
Coordinate internal relationships- working with commercial team to ensure clients’ service payments are rendered as and when due
Desired Skills and Experience

Team Management: Ability to manage team dynamics
Analytical skills
Problem Solving Skills
Consultative and Influencing skills
Time Management Skills
Negotiation Skills
Strong Communication skills

First degree in Accounting, Accountancy, Finance or Financial Management

Certified Chartered Accountant; ICAN, ACCA or equivalent

CFA qualification will be added advantage



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