Job Opportunities at National Institute of Credit Administration

Job Summary:

• Adequately handle the account department, prepare financial reports and yearly operating budget to aid management decision making and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee reconciliation of bank account statements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and accounts for the company
• Oversee the maintenance of the fixed asset records and ensure proper accounting for fixed assets.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly financial reports quarterly, half yearly and yearly financial and budgeting reports of the institute
• Provide supervisory roles to all Finance team members
• Reversal and corrections of wrong postings and entries
• Posting period Journals (Provisions, Accruals & salary Journals)
• Post lifting bonus Accrued for the Month - while approval process is on. And posting actual bonus and rebate approved
• Review Prepayment Schedule and post Recurring JVs on all Prepayment Balances. Ensure that new Prepayments are updated on Excel Prepayment Schedule.
• Ensure that all previous provision & accrual are still relevant while those already settled are released.
• Post recurring entries (each entity should have list of recurring entries
• Prepare SFP analysis (Vendor, Debtor age analysis & Related Party Transactions)
• Preparation of balance sheet notes
• Any other duties that may be assigned
•  Review of accounts in general looking out for reasonableness of figures produced by the system (SAP)
• Make accruals for all services received but not invoiced
• Review & Reconcile Payroll Summary Report to the GL Accounts.  • Prepare & Submit Comments on the Net Income Statements for Review 
• Any other duties that may be assigned.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other related discipline.
• Working knowledge/ experience in the use of financial systems including QUICKBOOK SAGE, TALLY, SAP, etc.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA,)
• Minimum of Ten (10) years relevant work experience.
• Good understanding of micro and macroeconomic indices and their impact on the cement business.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of FIRS, finance best practices and other applicable reporting and accounting standards.

Skills & Competence

• Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the cement manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in planning, budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Very sound business acumen – financial and commercial knowledge.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Good leadership and people management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

We expect applications and CVs to come from applicants living in any of these areas in Lagos: Lagos Island, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, Lekki and Ajah axis.

Successful candidate must be ready to resume immediately.

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Government and Corporate Liaison Officer to build and maintain credible relationships between the National Institute of Credit Administration (NICA) government Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), Institutions, corporate partners, high fly business organizations, and stakeholders. The successful candidate will serve as a key interface between our organization and external partners, fostering collaboration, and driving business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a robust mutually beneficial relationships with government MDAs, corporate partners, and stakeholders
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through strategic partnerships
• Collaborate with internal teams to align partnership goals with organizational objectives
• Facilitate communication and resolve issues between partners and internal stakeholders
• Monitor and analyze industry trends, regulatory changes, and market developments
• Provide expert advice on government policies, regulations, and corporate affairs
• Connect the Institute to top level individuals, corporate organizations, ministries and departments of Government, as well as civil society organizations and organized private sector institutions.
• Negotiate and manage partnership/collaborative agreements, contracts, and MOUs

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and Masters in Law and must be a member of the Nigerian Bar Association
• 5+ years of experience in government relations, corporate affairs, or a related field
• The ideal candidate must be 35 years and above
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strategic partnerships
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Knowledge of government policies, regulations, and corporate affairs
• Self-sending ability anchored on honesty and integrity in the handling of duties