9mobile, is a Nigerian private limited liability company. EMTS acquired a Unified Access Service License from the Nigerian Communications Commission in 2007. The License enables EMTS provide Fixed Telephony (wired or wireless), Digital Mobile Services, International Gateway Services and National/Regional Long Distance Services in addition to spectrum assignments in the 900 and 1800 MHz bands.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:
Job Title: Specialist, Decision Support & Capex Management
Location: Abuja
Job Summary
Support the Manager, Decision Support in working with the business teams to ensure benefits of Capex & Opex are optimized, costs managed within agreed envelopes, and provide guidance on finance issues.
Support the improvement of the Network Finance processes
Principal Functions
Assist and liaise with Technical functions on all aspects of Network Finance.
Provide support for monitoring and controlling the financial performance of the technical business area via monthly reporting and budgeting/forecasting processes to provide insight into business performance
Support the preparation of techno-economics and accounting analysis/reports as required by the business including:
Product Profitability analysis;
Cost-benefit analysis
Geo analysis relevant to financial modelling
Capital & operating expenditure reports to highlight actualsvs. budget
Cash flow reports and forecast for capital & operating expenditure
Analysis to support finance key performance indicators
Other accounting analysis as required by the business
Ensure high quality of Oracle reporting data and compliance with accounting standards and guidelines
Ensure compliance with the policies and procedures detailed in the expenditure framework and implement financial governance for capital and operating expenditure management
Support the capital and operating expenditure approval process to ensure rigorous optimum return on investment and stringent cost management practices
Conduct ad-hoc physical verification of physical assets
Support Fixed Asset Reconciliation and ensure Fixed Assets register is accurate
Perform 'What if' analysis on cost optimization and efficiency initiatives, present report and findings to the Manager, Decision Support
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
Provide decision-support analyses and reporting based on agreed timelines and standards to aid management with financial business decision making.
Support the Manager Decision support in developing business cases in line with best practices to optimize spend and ensure a return on investment within the shortest possible time.
Liaise with business teams to gather required data for post implementation review of local business initiatives and business cases
Follow up on actions from the technical business area's monthly financial reviews
Build strong and influential relationships with the technical business area to promote seamless working relationships with the rest of the Finance community.
Responsible for Contract management and optimization of contract agreements in compliance with company policy.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Decision Support Manager
Educational Requirements
First Degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Economics.
Membership of Professional association (CIMA, CFA, ACCA, ICAN, etc)
Three to Five years post NYSC relevant work experience in reporting, consolidation and financial management.
Experience in Telecoms industry or management/operational consulting isan advantage.
Experience of working with capital projects
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access
Experience,Skills & Competencies:
Strong excel skills and access database skills
Financial Systems Knowledge (emphasis on Oracle ERP)
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel,Power point and Word).
Accounting/IFRS knowledge
Good Knowledge of GSM industry.
Good Understanding of financial modeling
Project management
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