Job Opportunities at KPMG in Lagos Nigeria November 2014

Job Opportunities at KPMG in Lagos Nigeria November 2014

 KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory Services. Our vision is to build and sustain our reputation as the best firm to work with by ensuring our people, clients and communities achieve their full potential.

Interesting Career Opportunities within the Department of Professional Practice (DPP) at KPMG Professional Services, Lagos

Are you looking for a career in a challenging, dynamic environment?Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a passionate, forward-thinking team?Can you proffer plausible and well-researched options/solutions to challenging issues on IFRS and other accounting related business issues?

A career at the KPMG DPP could be for you!

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Audit Consultant

Auto req ID: 101892BR
Location: Lagos
Function: Audit

Job Description
The KPMG DPP is a unit within KPMG set up to enhance the quality of KPMG West Africa’s audit and assurance practice and provide guidance to our professionals to achieve efficiency in the delivery of our service offering through a dynamic process of pursuance and monitoring of best quality practices, excellence in training and strategic liaison with key regulators.

We are seeking bright minds that are ready to learn, perform and are interested in a challenging and rewarding career. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of outstanding professionals of diverse backgrounds, probing minds and varied experience. We always strive to win. Not as individuals but by working as a team. Our winning culture is based on collaborative teamwork, and we create results by being open-minded, helping each other and showing trust in each other’s method and capabilities.

Requirement
Interested candidates must:

Have a minimum of 3 years relevant experiencePossess good leadership and interpersonal skills to build rapport and trust with all levels of staff and external stakeholdersBe able to analyze complex accounting/assurance problems, identify core issues, investigate and evaluate information and generate appropriate solutions to problems.Be able to convey business information in a clear, credible and persuasive mannerHave a very good knowledge of IFRSShow adaptability, willingness to learn new skills and commitment to exceptional deliveryHave exceptional oral and written communication skillsHave well-developed facilitation and presentation skillsBe innovative and creativeHave a minimum of 5 O’ level credits (including English & Math) at ONE sittingHave a minimum of second class (upper division) degree at undergraduate levelHave completed professional accountancy certification – ICAN/ACCA conversion to ICANBe below 35 years old

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Audit Analyst
Auto req ID: 101902BR
Location: Lagos
Job Description
The KPMG DPP is a unit within KPMG set up to enhance the quality of KPMG West Africa’s audit and assurance practice and provide guidance to our rofessionals to achieve efficiency in the delivery of our service offering through a dynamic process of pursuance and monitoring of best quality practices, excellence in training and strategic liaison with key regulators.

We are seeking bright minds that are ready to learn, perform and are interested in a challenging and rewarding career. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of outstanding professionals of diverse backgrounds, probing minds and varied experience. We always strive to win. Not as individuals but by working as a team. Our winning culture is based on collaborative teamwork, and we create results by being open-minded, helping each other and showing trust in each other’s method and capabilities.

Requirement
Interested candidates must:

Show adaptability, willingness to learn new skills and commitment to exceptional deliveryHave exceptional oral and written communication skillsBe innovative and creativeHave a minimum of 5 O’ level credits (including English & Math) at ONE sittingHave a minimum of second class (upper division) degree at undergraduate levelHave completed professional accountancy certification – ICAN/ACCA conversion to ICANGraduate Trainees must be below 26 years old

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Experienced Analysts- Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance

Auto req ID: 101730BR
Location: Lagos
Job Description
The team works with several clients to provide internal audit outsourcing services, diagnostic review, design and implementation of corporate governance frameworks, enterprise risk management services, etc.

Requirements:
To apply, applicant must:

Be less than 28 yearsHave a First Class or Second Class (Upper) degree in any discipline, preferably AccountingHave a minimum of 5 O’level credits (including English & Maths) at one sittingHave 3-4 years post NYSC working experience (preferably in an Audit, Risk Management or Compliance Role).ACA/ACCA would be an added advantage

Interested and qualifies candidates should:
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Job Title: Analyst – IARCS
Auto req ID: 9797BR
Location: Lagos
Job Description

The KPMG IARCS unit is a clear market leader in the provision of governance, risk and compliance services.The team works with several clients across various industries to provide internal audit outsourcing services, review and design of corporate governance, diagnostic review and design of enterprise risk management services, etc.

Qualifications

Less than 26 years of ageFirst Class or Second Class (Upper) in any discipline, preferably Accounting5 O’level credits (including English & Maths) at a sittingMust have completed the NYSC programACA/ACCA would be added advantage

Interested and qualifies candidates should:
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Job Title: Librarian
Auto req ID: 101562BR
Location: Lagos
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities

Part of Knowledge Department specializing in knowledge management and information servicesMaintain library content and servicesManage and authorize requests for library books and publications and documentsMaintain the library’s collections of books, serial publications, documentsResponds to numerous reference questions on a daily basis, referring staff to appropriate resourcesPerform regular cataloguing of new acquisitions, maintaining accurate data and building a strong knowledge base of the library materialsSupervise the day-to-day operation and develop procedures and routines of the department to meet the need of the users.Provides research support to KM and necessary library content management.Processing company intelligence search requestsResponsible for Online Portal/Content management enquiring timely and accurate information availability of BIG 4s and KPMG news.Archiving information for easy access and retrieval

Knowledge & Competency Requirements
Minimum Education & Experience:

First degree in Library Science, Social Science or Arts or its equivalent

Experience:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Functional/Technical Skills:

Organizational and coordination abilityWeb management and development skills (html, css and JavaScript)Technology appreciation, including a working understanding of Microsoft Office Share Point Server.Good computer skills, searching the internet

Behavioural Skills:

Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in diverse teamsStrong relationship building and networking skills

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Helpdesk Supervisor
Auto req ID: 101788BR
Location: Lagos
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Helpdesk Supervision

Direct the activities of a 5-person helpdesk team ensuring proper distribution of workload and monitoring escalations till resolution.Provide project management coordination/assistance to the helpdesk team for all deployment projects, ensuring projects are completed within agreed business timelines.High priority incidents and ensure resolution or upward escalations and incident management within agreed business SLA’s.Provide on-the-job training to team members.Develop technical user documentation.

2. Asset Management

Ensure all IT assets are accounted for and records entered into central asset database.Monitor spares availability.Monitor maintenance availability for defective or damaged IT equipment.Mange external vendors

3. Reporting

Analyze helpdesk tickets to ensure SLA metrics are been metProvide reports for problem detection and management.Ensure maintenance of Helpdesk incident logging databaseCreate report templates as required by the business

4. Second Line Support

Assist with incidents that have been escalated by first line support.Use tools available in order to solve escalated problems.Keep first line support function informed of delays and completion in the problem resolution process so that they can provide the client with status updates and feedback.Manage the Helpdesk database and liaise with clients on a regular basis, as the need requires.

5. Security Role (National Information Security Specialist – NISS)
The National Information Security Specialist is responsible to the NITSO for maintaining the security of data held on the firm’s IT systems as specified.

Ensure that appropriate access control methods and tools are in place for all systems.Ensure that systems adequately protect the availability, integrity and confidentiality of stored information.Ensure that methods for data encryption are available and used where appropriate.Provide guidance and support on information security practices to development projects to ensure that systems developed provide adequate information security.Provide guidance and support on information security practices to operations and end user support staff to ensure that systems in use provide adequate information security.Add newly identified information security issues and risks to the security issues and risks database.Progress actions allocated through the security issues and risks database.Periodically check for additional security update from the Global Desktop Release Management Site.Responsible for regular monitoring and reporting on the achievement of the third-party service level performance criteria

Qualifications and Skills
Skills required:

1. Functional competencies:

Experience in people managementDecision making abilitiesIssue resolution abilities

2. Technical competencies:

Service management skills (ITIL certification would be an advantage)Project management skillsAbility to understand and work in a complex technical processing environment through use of sophisticated and leading edge toolsProficiency in use of Operating system deployment tools (Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager)

3. Professional competencies:

Results drivenStrong analytical skillsAbility to meet deadlines and targetsClear communication in English, both verbal and writtenSuperior customer service skillsStrong interpersonal skillsAbility to lead a teamContinuous improvement mentalityAdaptable to changeAbility to work in a fast pace, high pressure work environment

Experience and Background

At least 7 years working experience in helpdesk environmentAt least 2 years supervisory experienceAbility to write documentation to describe program development, logic, coding and corrections.Enthusiasm, can-do attitudeGood relationship building skills.Good customer service/relationship skillsExcellent communication skills; written and verbal.Patience in resolving problems and supervising subordinates.Ability to carry out duties in a well-organised and proactive manner.Ability to perform effectively under pressure.Detailed knowledge of Standard IT Service delivery methodology

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: IT Operations Supervisor
Auto req ID: 101791BR
Location: Lagos
Roles and Responsibilities

Provide effective coordination for a 7-8 person operations teamEnsure availability of IT systems and infrastructureEnsure that service desk tickets are managed within client SLAsBuild, configure and deploy laptops and servers with SCCMEnsure processes and procedures are followed to deliver efficient serviceEstablishes or recommends policies and procedures for system use, services and security.Provide project management coordination for projects/programsPlans and implements system security procedures, to include firewalls, host and client access, file permissions, and user accounts.Develop technical user documentationPerforms other information technology duties as required to support the work of the unit.

Qualifications and Skills
1. Functional competencies:

Experience in people managementDecision making abilitiesIssue resolution abilities

2. Technical competencies:

Service management skills (ITIL certification is required)Cisco networking skills (CCNP certification is required)Project management skillsKnowledge of storage technologies (HP, NetApps)Knowledge of Symantec BackupExecWorking knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMWare and Hyper V)Hands-on experience with Windows Server technologies (Server 2008, Server 2012)Knowledge of Windows Active Directory and Exchange 2010Good understanding of telecommunications systems (Alcatel and Avaya PBX)Proficiency in use of Operating system deployment tools (Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager)

3. Professional competencies:

Result driven with strong analytical skillsExcellent communication skills; written and verbalGood customer service/relationship skillsContinuous improvement mentalityAbility to perform effectively under pressure

Experience and Background

University Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline.Relevant Microsoft, Cisco or equivalent professional qualificationMinimum of 7 years relevant core IT networking and service desk experience in a multinational environmentBroad knowledge of current IT development and integration technologies and best practice.5+ years of expertise in implementing, administering, and troubleshooting network infrastructure devices, including: firewalls, routers, switches, wireless access points and controllers, and monitoring applications.Intermediate to expert understanding of firewall configuration and maintenance.

Interested and qualified candidates  for this position should:
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Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.