Food Industries Vacancy @ cadbury Nigeria

Cadbury  is a leading global confectionery company with an outstanding portfolio of chocolate, gum and candy brands. We are performance driven, values led. Throughout changing times, our constant values have inspired us to be pioneers in business and in corporate responsibility. Cadbury Nigeria is recruiting for Senior Finance & Accounting  positions. Financial Planning and Cost Control Manager REF: CN/Fin/FP&CC/90109 To ensure effectiveness in the preparation, coordination, collection and monitoring of the business planning and strategy process to achieve set objectives; Monitor and control costs and budgets for effective performance measurement Requirements Minimum of 8 years exp in an FMCF or similar environment Fully qualified Chartered Accountant Working knowledge of SAP would be an added advantage IT Skill and knowledge of relevant programs are essential Analytical and numerate skills at preparation of budgets and analysis of variances. Financial Reporting and Analysis Accountant – REF No. CN/Fin/FR&AA/90109 To prepare, analyse and present true and fair view of company's financial results; Enhance cost and budgetary controls; Enable audit reviews and facilitate decision making process; Provide analytical information that is critical for decision making, productively add value and provide customer focused service. Requirements 8-10 years accounting/financial business exp in FMCG or similar environment Fully qualified Chartered Accountant – including knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS & Local GAAP) and proficiency in accounting system Cross functional business knowledge Analytical skills to interpret financial results Business Analyst  ( REF No. CN/Fin/BA/90109) To provide support in collection, sorting and analysis of data for business planning, forecasting and cost monitoring; Preparation of working schedules from inputs received from cost centre managers; Collecting input data for explaining performance, vendors and forecasting. Requirements B.Sc Hons in Accounting / ICAN 3 years post qualification experience Numerical and analytical skills Proven ability to meet tight deadlines Financial Reporting Accountant (REF No. CN/Fin/FRA/90109 Prepare monthly accounts and consolidate subsidiary company accounts for management's review; Generate and design control reports that allow identification and timely resolution of reporting issues Requirements First degree plus 5 years post qualification experience in FMCG or similar environment Proficient in accounting systems with the ability to consolidate accounts Strong analytical skills in reviewing financial information and generating reports useful for management decision making. Head, Internal Audit (Ref No. CN/Fin/CIA/90109) To ensure that controls embedded in company processes are adequate and effective; To assess and report on level of compliance with company policies and procedures; To ensure full compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley review and reporting requirements on internal controls e.t.c Requirements Fully qualified Chartered Accountant Minimum of 10 years exp in FMCG or similar environment Commercial/business awareness Strong communication skills Strong analytical skills Exceptional people management skills Tax Manager  (Ref No. CN/Fin/TM/90109) To develop the best tax strategies for the company; To proactively manage tax planning, tax returns, tax compliance, audits and appeals; To position the company for effective compliant tax planning and saving Requirement Fully qualified Chartered Accountant Professional membership of Chartered Tax Institute of Nigeria (CITN) Minimum of 4 years exp in a multinational company Possess sound knowledge of accounting, taxation and organizational planning Strong interpersonal and communication skills Retail Representatives (Ref No. CN/Comm/CM/90109) Generate creative concepts and develop marketing plans; Gather, interpret and apply multiple consumer/industry insights and trends in the development of marketing plans; Build and position the brands to drive volume and brand equity; Identify opportunities and support development across the brand categories Requirements First degree in Science, Social Science or Business plus 4 year post qualification experience in collection, creation and use of quantitative and qualitative insights in a full service research agency or FMCG Use of Accolade web tool would be an added advantage. How to Apply Send  their detailed resume to careers.cadburynigeria@csplc.com on or before 18th March 2009 Candidates are required to state the applicable reference number as the subject on their application email.