Job Vacancies at Talents and Skills Africa Consulting LLC

Talents and Skills Africa Consulting - Our client, an Engineering firm specializing in power systems planning and maintenance as well as other power-related projects and engineering services is currently recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Position: Quantity Surveyor

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are recruiting a Quantity Surveyor, who will be responsible for managing all aspects of contractual and financial matters of construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client.
• Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance of project work.
• Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies.
• Price/forecast the cost of the different materials needed for the project
• Conduct contract costing and check variations
• Track changes to the design and/or construction work and adjust budget projections accordingly
• Procure or agree the services of contractors and/or subcontractors who work on the construction of the project
• Measure and value the work done on-site
• Pay subcontractors
• Liaise with the client and other construction professionals, such as site managers, project managers and site engineers
• Select and/or source construction materials.
• Write reports and give feedback to relevant parties.

Educational Qualifications / Experience

• HND or BSC in Quantity Surveying or any related course
• 3 years practical and broad experience on the job
• Must be well-grounded in MEP

Job Requirements:

• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication skills
• Organizational skills- Ability to organize daily tasks by priorities
• Detail-oriented- Having an eye for details required in managing tasks and reporting
• Strategic planning skills and resourcefulness.

Job Position: Financial Accountant / Administrative Officer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are recruiting an experienced Financial Accountant, who will also serve as the Admin officer overseeing daily business operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare asset, liability and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information
• Document financial transactions by entering account information
• Recommend financial actions by analyzing accounting options
• Summarize current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement and other reports
• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents
• Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures
• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Plan and co-ordinate administrative procedures and systems and devise ways to streamline processes
• Assess staff performance and provide coaching and guidance to ensure maximum efficiency
• Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the company to facilitate other business operations
• Recruit and train personnel and allocate responsibilities and office space
• Monitor inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material with attention to budgetary constraints
• Monitor costs and expenses to assist in budget preparation
• Organize and supervise office activities
• Ensure operations adhere to policies and regulations
• Keep abreast with all organizational changes and business developments

Educational Qualifications

• HND or BSC in Accounting or any related course
• CIMA, ACCA or ICAN membership is an added advantage

Job Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in accounting/administrative role
• Excellent accounting software user (Peachtree or Sage) and administration skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
• In-depth understanding of office management procedures and departmental and legal policies
• Familiarity with financial and facilities management principles and customer service procedures
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented- having an eye for details required in managing tasks and reporting
• Strategic planning skills and resourcefulness.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: info@talentsandskills.net copying hr@talentsandskill.net using the "Job Title" as the subject of the email.