3 Fresh Vacancies At Jumia, Nigeria

Jumia is Nigeria’s number one online shopping destination where you can shop the widest selection of electronics, fashion, home appliances, kid’s items and more in Nigeria and have them shipped directly to your home or office at your convenience!
Jumia is recruiting to fill the position below:
1. Job Title: Finance Manager, Logistics and Operations
Location: Nigeria
Job type: Full Time Objective

• As Finance Manager, Logistics and Operations, you will be responsible for providing financial advice and support to the Company in order to make sound business decisions.

Responsibilities
Inventory Management:

• Establish and monitor appropriate accounting practices to ensure all inventory activities are captured correctly in Inventory Management system and interface accurately into the accounting system
• Establish inventory reconciliation procedures to ensure accuracy of all balances
• Ensure accurate Inventory ageing and analysis and appropriate provisions are kept in the books for slow and obsolete stock
• Ensure accurate book  keeping for all initiatives regarding stock in transit and returns to Vendors

Financial Planning and Budget Management:

• Prepare the annual operating and strategic plan for the business unit (includes working capital and cashflow projections) to the right quality and to time.
• Prepare unit budgets and consolidate for the business unit and ensure consistency of numbers in line with the Service Level Agreements with each venture.
• Deploy best in class cost accounting tools to ensure clarity of cost bases and provide clarity on Cost optimization opportunities, and revenue generating schemes.
• Ensure accuracy in invoicing
• Ensure all unit heads are held to account to operate in line with the budget. Full variance analysis and corrective action plans are provided on a periodic basis (e.g. monthly)
• Financial analysis as will be required from time to time too aid management decision making.

Financial Accounting and Reporting:

• Ensure completeness, correctness and accuracy of accounting records and transactions in the Financial accounting systems and in line with IFRS.
• Prepare monthly reconciliation statements of accruals and analysis of expense and revenue heads.
• Ensure proper filing of source documents and records relating to the operations of the business unit.
• Prepare Monthly Business Review reports fully reconciled to the SLA and the Financial accounting systems.
• Ensure internal control processes are working optimally.
• Expedite all audit assignments and ensure that recommendations are implemented to time and risks identified are mitigated.
• Adequacy of reconciliation with 3rd Party Logistics providers and completeness and accuracy of transactions embarked on with them.
• Fixed Asset and CAPEX Management:
• Ensure the completeness and accuracy of the fixed asset register in line with IFRS.
• Ensure the adequacy of controls over the additions and disposals of assets and physical verification.

Others:

• Provide leadership to finance team members and financial support to unit heads within the Business Unit.

Competencies Required

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external affiliates and clients
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. We are building ventures from scratch, learning and solving problems along the way
• Hands-on attitude. E-commerce is 50% operations, so you must not be afraid of rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands dirty
• Proficiency in the use of ERP systems
• Strong drive and ability to implement change in fast moving organizations
• Willingness to make decisions as necessary and appropriate in accordance with company policies.
• Self-starter who will take initiative to effect positive change
• Ability to work independently, as well as with a team
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information and professionalism at all times
• Accuracy and attention to detail

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Banking and Finance, Economics from a reputable University or equivalent
• Master’s Degree in similar role above is an advantage
• Certification from any recognized professional body (ACCA, ACA, ICAN, CFA) is compulsory
• Minimum of 5 years’ in supervisory role with Cost accounting and management experience
• Relevant financial accounting and management experience in supply chain operations
• Adequate knowledge of the Ecommerce Industry

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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2. Job Title: Head of Financial Planning And Analysis
Location: Nigeria

Job Type: Full-Time Objective

• To ensure an efficient, effective and comprehensive process for developing financial plans and analysis that links to the strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial planning and analysis organization and work with Finance directors, management team, both local team and central team, to provide value-added insight into the business.
• Prepare a monthly reporting package that includes full financial statements, comprehensive Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting, operational dashboard reporting, analysis of key business trends, actual versus budget variances and comprehensive executive level explanations of differences.
• Drive an efficient, effective and comprehensive process for developing financial plans and analysis that links to the strategic objectives.
• Develop and monitor the company’s annual budget and monthly forecasts, which shall include establishing budget tools, setting timelines and ensuring all budgets are accurate, comprehensive and completed on time.
• Prepare and maintain an efficient and effective process of evaluating, tracking and monitoring all strategic planning activity for the company with appropriate links to the annual budget and strategic plan.
• Provide a high level of thought process to drive improvement; recommend areas for improvement and lead projects to enhance the reporting and analytical infrastructure.
• Supervise and manage the performance of a team of FP&A professionals.
• Routinely communicate business unit and company financial and operational performance trends, historical and forecasted, using appropriate metrics, identifying risks and opportunities related to the achievement of the company’s financial plans.
• Influence the accuracy and effectiveness of the corporate accounting consolidation and closing process through analytical review and trend analysis.
• Develop and execute financial modelling tools to allow for routine analytical reviews of company financial and operational performance, new projects and decision making.

Competencies Required:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel) and  ERP systems
• Great attention to detail, self-motivation, time management and a high level of discipline are key
• Stakeholder management
• Excellent Numerical and Analytical skills

Qualification & Experience

• A BSc in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent from a recognised and accredited University
• Professional Qualification like ICAN, ACCA, ACA is an added advantage
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a fast-paced corporate environment preferably in a similar role
• Experience in preparing, analysing, and implementing accounting and reporting requirements
• Solid FP&A experience (budgeting, forecasting, planning and analysis)
  

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3. Job Title: Video Editor / Motion Graphics
Location: Lagos

Job Type: Full-Type Job Description

• As Video Editor/Motion Graphics, your responsibility is to skilfully transform recorded footage into a finished video, suitable for broadcasting on approved media, using a combination of dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects to merge sight and sound in order to tell a cohesive story.
• You will also be responsible for creating concepts, graphics and layouts for motion graphics projects.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate and edit video pieces in a way that is invisible to the audience
• Edit short-form videos that include junkets, sit-down interviews, mash-ups, event coverage, sizzles and more
• Create videos in various lengths and formats for multiple platforms and social channels
• Collaborate with producers/social media strategists to brainstorm and create disruptive, social first content that is optimized for sharing and the intended social platform.
• Review shooting script and raw material to create a shot decision list based on scenes’ value and contribution to continuity
• Responsible for on-site film production, motion graphics, video editing, and audio editing.
• Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running.
• Consult with stakeholders from production to post-production process.
• Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry’s best practices to maximize efficiency.
• Maintains all edit equipment, trouble shoots problems, and actively facilitates repairs.

Competencies Required

• Proven video editing ability with a strong portfolio.
• Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Adobe Creative Suites (After Effects, Premier Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator), Avid Media Composer, Light works, and Final Cut)
• Creative mind and storytelling abilities
• Ability to make appropriate music selection for production.
• Must be familiar with special effects, 3D and compositing.
• Thorough knowledge of timing, motivation and continuity.
• Strong attention to details, schedules, editorial flow, and all phases of video.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cinematography, Communications or related Arts from a recognized and accredited University
• Minimum of 2 year proven experience with portfolio that demonstrates your ability to turn raw ideas into beautiful and compelling content.
• Experience working in the technology field, understanding the business and customer goals for a consumer audience, and translating those goals into conversational, engaging content for customers.
• Proficient with Premiere Pro, After Effects, and other Adobe Creative programs.
• Full understanding of video specs: resolution, frame rate, audio formats, aspect ratio, and bit-rate settings
• Design/Agency/VFX/Advertising or Studio background is a bonus
• Adequate knowledge of the E commerce Industry
• Demonstrated knowledge of social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snap-chat, etc.

Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply for this Position