Ongoing Recruitment at HealthPlus Limited, 2nd Janauary, 2019

HealthPlus Limited, Nigeria’s first integrative pharmacy, is the fastest-growing pharmacy chain in West Africa. We are committed to our mission of helping people achieve optimum health and vitality, while delivering superior value to stakeholders. Our vision is to be Africa’s #1 for pharmacy, wellness and beauty. Recently, we secured significant foreign investment from our partners to scale up our network of retail outlets and our online business. This strategy will give us unparalleled reach across the country and beyond.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Management Accountant

Reference #: HP/FIN/MA
Location: Lagos
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Functions: Accounting, Administration, Analysis, Auditing, Banking, Data Analysis, Finance, Management, Mathematics, Statistics and Information, Retail
Industries: Accounting, Accounting & Auditing, Bookkeeping, Distribution, Warehousing & Freight, Ecommerce, Financial Services, Fmcg (Fast Moving Consumer Goods Sector), Food & Beverages, Freight / Shipping / Transport / Import / Export, Health / Fitness / Beauty, Healthcare, Hotel / Catering / Hospitality / Leisure, Management Consulting, Pharmaceutical / Medical / Healthcare / Hygiene, Procurement & Purchasing, Retail

Introduction

• Our company is currently seeking a Management Accountant to join our growing team.
• The Management Accountant will be responsible for leading, planning, supervising and organizing all financial accounting, financial reporting and performance management functions of the organization with a view to providing management with accurate information on the financial position whilst also ensuring that accounting standards and internal controls are complied with.

Specification (Key elements of the role)

• Champion management of the GL / Chart of Accounts review/management
• Coordinate periodic review of the Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Account
• Provide timely and relevant financial information for management decision making
• Preparation of the monthly management accounts as well as effective ownership of month end reporting
• Responsible for monthly management performance review (MPR) sessions
• Provide diligent and insightful commentary and performance vs. forecast prior year and budget
• Generate and interpret financial models, analyse retail metrics and provide recommendations including longer term horizons forecasting
• Coordinate monthly proofing of all assets and liabilities of the company
• Review of Monthly Bank Reconciliation and ensure outstanding issues are cleared
• Provide insight into cast performance and support the implementation of bench-marking and Improvement initiatives. This will also include timely escalation of areas of cost overrun
• Drive the production of annual budgets and other adhoc forecasts
• Coordinate and manage the activities of the project accountant
• Ensure compliance with all financial and regulatory requirements including taxes
• Review and ensure that the company’s Fixed Asset Register is always update to date
• Discharge all duties according to the company’s laid down standard operating procedures (SOPs) including the finance tracker

Requirements
Desired Skills & Experience:

• First degree or its equivalent in any numerate discipline preferably in finance or accounting. MBA or master’s degree in Finance or Accounting will be added advantage
• ACA/ACCA / CPA is required
• Eight (8) years relevant experience of which at least two (2) must have been at a strategic management level with significant exposure to organisation-wide financial management
• Good knowledge of the pharmaceutical retail industry and appreciation of its operations and peculiarities
• Knowledge of the Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAP) / Internal and Financed reporting standards (IFRS)
• Knowledge of Federal and State Financial and tax regulations
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Good presentation and negotiation skills
• Ability to use office productivity tools
• Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Management Accounting, Tax Management and Risk Management knowledge.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Financial Controller

Reference #: HP/FIN/FC
Location: Lagos
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Functions: Accounting, Administration, Auditing, Banking, Data Analysis, Finance, Management, Retail
Industries: Accounting,Accounting & Auditing, Bookkeeping, Distribution, Warehousing & Freight, Ecommerce, Financial Services, Fmcg (Fast Moving Consumer Goods Sector), Food & Beverages, Freight / Shipping / Transport / Import / Export, Health / Fitness / Beauty, Healthcare, Hotel / Catering / Hospitality / Leisure, Management Consulting, Pharmaceutical / Medical / Healthcare / Hygiene, Procurement & Purchasing, Retail

Introduction

• Our company is currently seeking a Financial Controller to join our growing team.
• The Financial Controller will be responsible for the efforts and results of the finance department.
• He/she will report to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in regards to all financial and accounting activities.
• Overseeing the finance department’s staff in day-to-day operations.

Specification( Key elements of the role)
Management:

• Oversee all company accounts and investments
• Manage the Finance team, ensuring a timely and accurate monthly close process in accordance with approved accounting reporting standards
• Review and manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Oversee the operations of the department, including the design of a structure that is adequate for
• achieving the department’s goals and objectives
• Oversee the accounting operations of three sales channels – retail, wholesale and ecommerce; specifically analyze and review the control systems, transaction-processing operations, monthly cost center closings, and accounting policies and procedures
• Monitor the cash flow position throughout the company, understand the sources and uses of cash, and provide insight to management on cash flow projections
• Understand and monitor all of the company’s liabilities
• Report to the CFO with timely and accurate financial information

Budgeting:

• Setup a Cost Center budgeting system
• Prepare the annual corporate budget(s).
• Implementation of budgeting & budgetary controls at all levels and across all operations of the Organization
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
• Prepare monthly forecast update, primarily by working closely with department heads in forecasting their department’s overheads.

Transactions:

• Assure accuracy and timely recording of all transactions
• Ensure that accounts payable are paid in a timely manner
• Ensure that accounts receivable are collected promptly
• Ensure that daily, weekly and monthly bank reconciliations are completed
• Maintain the chart of accounts
• Prepare and review general ledger activities, journal entries and accruals
• Maintain an orderly accounting filing system
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

Reporting:

• Prepare monthly reports, including comparative reports of operations results, financial position and variance explanations
• Prepare the annual budget and financial forecasts to Executive Management
• Auditing and reconciliation of Inventory and Fixed Assets
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to Management on a monthly basis
• Establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation
• Assist the CFO in presenting reports to senior executives, stakeholders, and board members.
• Additional controller duties as necessary

Requirements 
Desired Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience
• Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related fields
• Relevant Master’s Degree
• Must be ICAN/ACCA certified
• Ability to effectively train and develop Finance and Accounting Personnel
• Solid written and verbal communication skills and High attention to detail
• Strong time management, leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills to operate in a demanding, multi-tasking environment
• Interest in providing financial analyses and enjoy working on a diversity of accounting and finance issues
• Excellent knowledge in Excel
• Ability to identify and communicate issues with Senior Management.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant

Reference #: HP/RO/HCA
Location: Abeokuta South, Ogun
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Functions: Administration, Banking, Hospitality, Retail, Sales
Industries: Admin, Office & Support, Bookkeeping, Health / Fitness / Beauty, Healthcare, Hospitality, Retail, Sales

Introduction

• The Healthcare Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist to serve customers appropriately and sensitively and to assist in the efficient and effective running of the Pharmacy.

Specification 

• Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager
• Handling the point-of- Sales (POS) system during your shift as Cashier
• Reconciliation of sales during your shift
• Reconciliation of Petty Cash
• Housekeeping: Keeping your allotted section clean and tidy, well stocked, with regular expiry date checks.
• Assisting the Manager to ensure adequate change in the Naira denominations and adequate shopping bags in all sizes
• Attending periodic meetings called by Management
• Submitting periodic reports as assigned
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned to the position
• Faithfully discharging all duties according to laid down standard operating procedures (SOP’s) to ensure smooth running of the business.

Requirements

• Minimum of SSCE. An OND is an added advantage
• Experience in a Pharmacy is an added advantage
• Enthusiastic individual with Willingness to learn
• Friendly and matured disposition
• Good customer service skills
• An ability to respond to medical queries in a sensitive and professional manner.
• Controlling stock of pharmaceutical materials and equipment
• Assisting in the sale of OTC medicines and providing information to customers on symptoms and products
• Participating in health promotion
• Interacting and working with people
• Able to empathise and show genuine concern for the welfare of customers.
• Ability to treat others with respect.
• Conscientious, motivated and willing to learn.
• Committed and professional in attitude.
• Being personally effective
• Upholding Quality and Continuous Improvement
• Making decisions and solving problems
• Ensuring health and safety.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Content Specialist

Reference #: HP/M&C/CS18
Location: Lagos
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Functions: Administration, Communications, Creative, Information Technology
Industries: Digital, ICT – Information & Communications Technology, IT – Information Technology, Marketing, Retail

Specification

• We are in search of a creative Content Specialist who will be responsible for creating and supporting all content related marketing materials (internal and external) for HealthPlus and CasaBella respectively.
• This role requires the ability to collaborate with cross-functional marketing sub units to develop, test, and optimize awareness and engagement of all content marketing activities from strategy, ideation, execution and dissemination.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling and well-researched content across multiple platforms that effectively communicates our brands’ value proposition, drives leads generation, creates sound bites across media channels, and optimally ensures conversion internally and externally
• Influence content strategy by working with marketing, retail operations, and procurement teams to identify and fulfill content needs for all phases of the customer journey.
• Craft interesting, well-researched content to drive traffic, engage and convert target customers, and improve shared content across social media channels
• Assist in the creative process and content development for all internal communication engagements
• Craft copy writing themes and captions to support graphic design and campaign briefs
• Develop and manage social media content across all major social channels for HealthPlus & CasaBella respectively
• Assist in the building of content strategy for integrated marketing campaigns across all channels for HealthPlus and CasaBella respectively
• Spot and identify trends within the pharmaceutical and beauty industry in Nigeria and across the world, focusing on brands that inspire HealthPlus and CasaBella brand.
• Proactively identify and predict competitor’s engagement and develop counter strategies for HealthPlus & CasaBella
• Working with Pharmacy services team, create engaging content for online followers on all social media platforms; typically, must be able to grow followership and fanbase across all social media platforms.
• Develop and manage a content calendar on the website blogs, forums, and social media platforms; specifically targeted at online followers of HealthPlus & CasaBella respectively
• Work with the marketing team to manage related social media programmes for HealthPlus and CasaBella.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A/B.Sc) in Mass Communication or any Arts or Social Sciences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment, while operating within established processes
• Experience in digital content production, online community management, and/or digital asset management
• Familiarity with content management systems, and ability to master a new CMS quickly; Knowledge of Compendium is a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Strong Data Analysis Skills
• Active on social media platforms.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.
• Online community management experience
• Awareness of local current events/trends is desired.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant 

Reference #: HP/RO/HCA
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Functions: Administration, Banking, Hospitality, Retail, Sales
Industries: Admin, Office & Support, Bookkeeping, Health / Fitness / Beauty, Healthcare, Hospitality, Retail, Sales

Introduction

• The Healthcare Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist to serve customers appropriately and sensitively and to assist in the efficient and effective running of the Pharmacy.

Specification  

• Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager
• Handling the point-of- Sales (POS) system during your shift as Cashier
• Reconciliation of sales during your shift
• Reconciliation of Petty Cash
• Housekeeping: Keeping your allotted section clean and tidy, well stocked, with regular expiry date checks.
• Assisting the Manager to ensure adequate change in the Naira denominations and adequate shopping bags in all sizes
• Attending periodic meetings called by Management
• Submitting periodic reports as assigned
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned to the position
• Faithfully discharging all duties according to laid down standard operating procedures (SOP’s) to ensure smooth running of the business.

Requirements  

• Minimum of SSCE. An OND is an added advantage
• Experience in a Pharmacy is an added advantage
• Enthusiastic individual with Willingness to learn
• Friendly and matured disposition
• Good customer service skills
• An ability to respond to medical queries in a sensitive and professional manner.
• Controlling stock of pharmaceutical materials and equipment
• Assisting in the sale of OTC medicines and providing information to customers on symptoms and products
• Participating in health promotion
• Interacting and working with people
• Able to empathise and show genuine concern for the welfare of customers.
• Ability to treat others with respect.
• Conscientious, motivated and willing to learn.
• Committed and professional in attitude.
• Being personally effective
• Upholding Quality and Continuous Improvement
• Making decisions and solving problems
• Ensuring health and safety.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

Job Title: Executive Assistant to Retail Operations

Reference #: HP/RO/EA18
Location: Lagos
Contract Type: Permanent
Job Functions: Administration,Communications,Coordinator,Executive Management,Project Management,Public Relations,Secretary
Industries: Admin, Office & Support,Government / Municipal

Specification 
Correspondence and Document:

• Prepare and preview hard copy and electronic mails on behalf of the CROO/Retail Operations Department; provide accuracy checks on basic data and documents requiring the CROO’s signature
• Sort and distribute the Department’s mails and memos
• Prepare and arrange the collation & biding of documents for presentations as directed
• Ensure all documentation is appropriately filed for ease of reference and efficient retrieval

Calendar Management:

• Pro-actively coordinate, monitor and manage CROO’s personal appointments and diary

Meeting Management:

• Take and distribute Minutes of Meetings when required

Administration:

• Answer telephone calls directed to the Retail Operations’ Department and take messages
• Answer all enquiries efficiently and effectively
• Provide support to the officers responsible regarding the organization and coordination of internal/external meetings or events
• Work continuously to promote the culture of excellent customer service in supporting the CROO/Retail Operations Department’s achievement of desired objectives
• Customer Responsiveness
• Courtesy in dealing with internal staff, external customers and vendors

Expense Management:

• Operate efficiently at lowest cost; staying within approved budgets, establish appropriate reporting and control procedures

Decision Making/Problem Solving:

• Quick understanding of most relevant problems and the ability to proffer timely, practical decisions

Housekeeping:

• Efficient running of the Retail Operations’ Department; overseeing its’ cleanliness, orderliness and ensuring there is always a sufficient supply of office supplies and stationery

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a relevant field with at least 2 years of proven experience providing executive support in a structured organization
• Membership of ICSAN, CIA is an added advantage
• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Understanding business functions and metrics within the Organization
• Expert level written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work within a team as well as alone with little or no supervision
• High level of personal effectiveness
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• A professional and confident manner
• Committed and professional in attitude
• Ability to adapt to and manage change
• Ability to treat others with respect
• Upholding quality and continuous improvement
• Versatile in the uses and applications of MS Office suite; Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook etc. in the preparation of high-quality documents on behalf of the CROO/Retail Operations Team.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

 

 

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Deadline; 31st January, 2019.