Finance Analyst at PZ Cussons Nigeria Plc

PZ Cussons is a dynamic consumer products group and innovator of some of the world’s best known and loved brands. Calling on over 130 years of expertise, we operate internationally in carefully selected developed and emerging markets that present the greatest strategic potential for future growth. Our world-class supply chain and distribution networks enable us to meet our global consumer needs and deliver quality brands that add value and enhance everyday lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Finance Analyst

Job Code: JR000034
Location: Nigeria Head Office

Principal Accountabilities

• Responsible for financial reporting and analysis for allocated PZW brand (s) partnering closely with counterparts in the commercial team
• Perform full financial analysis and option evaluation (pre and post) on all elements of brand investment/ options in order to maximise return on investment (ROI) to include: promotional expenditure , marketing expenditure, product pricing distribution strategies
• Provide complete financial support  and challenge for all NPD opportunities for allocated brand acting as the finance representative on cross functional NPD project teams
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate approval of all promotional expenditure
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate approval of all marketing expenditure
• Play a full role in identification and implementation of process improvements within areas of expertise
• Team Development
• Demonstrate with colleagues, clients and suppliers habitual behaviour consistent with Winning Team Principles
• Responsible for complying with legal, regulatory and other standards as directed by line management.

Requirements

• 5 – 7 years of experience
• Qualified chartered accountant ACA
• Excellent communication analytical skills
• Proven ability to influence senior financial and non-financial people
• Superb commercial acumen
• Commercial finance experience in FMCG a must
• Experience of marketing expenditure and brand profitability analysis preferable.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.