Consolidated Breweries Plc: Accountant

Consolidated Breweries Plc a subsidiary of Heineken International, produces and markets “33″ Export Lager, Hi-Malt, Maltex and Turbo King Stout brands. We have two breweries and a factory located in the South-East and South-West geographical zones of the country respectively. With over 25 years brewing experience in Nigeri, we are one of the major players in the industry and have continued to contribute to the growth of the Nigerian economy. We are looking for focused and determined individuals with some experience for the positions below.

Job Title: Accountant

The Role.
The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing timely and quality accounting reports, back up accounting figures with relevant schedules and also manage a small team of subordinates in order to achieve departmental goals.

The Requirements.
The ideal candidate should have (or meet) the following:

• Minimum of B.Sc degree, second class honours (lower division) or HND (upper credit) in Accounting or related courses.
• Experience in a large manufacturing organization for not less than 3 years.
• Professional qualification (ACCA or ACA) is a major advantage.
• Not more than 40 years as at 1st January, 2010.
• Ability to work with computer systems and softwares – MS Word. MS Excel. MS PowerPoint and the internet.

General requirements

• Good team-player.
• “Hands on” mentality.
• Evidence of having participated in the NYSC scheme or Exemption.
• Flexible attitude.
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to work in any of the locations in Nigeria where we have operations.

Remuneration
Remuneration attached to this position is in line with the existing rates in the industry.

Application Closes
on 16th September, 2010

Method of Application
If you are confident that your experience. skills and orientation have prepared you to succeed in any of the above positions, apply latest 16th September 2010 with copies of your curriculum vitae and relevant credentials quoting the position applied for on the left-hand side of the envelope and send to:

The Head
Human Resources
Consolidated Breweries Plc
P.O.Box 159
Lagos