First Ally Capital is a wholly indigenous Financial Services firm, whose focus is on providing top notch advisory & investment services to individuals and organizations. First Ally Capital was incorporated on May 20, 2014 as an Issuing House, Financial Advisory and Investment Management firm, with authorized capital of N2.5 billion, and an issued and fully-paid capital of N1.65 billion. The firm was licensed by the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 20, 2014 as Issuing House and Underwriters.
The Firm commenced operations at a very significant point in the evolution of the Nigerian financial services industry and will leverage it’s solid capital base, the strong financial services background of its promoters and the excellent track-record and credentials of its directors and shareholders.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Financial Analyst
Location: Nigeria
Job Description
- We are looking for an accounting officer who will perform a wide range of complex professional accounting duties in the analysis, preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports; makes complex and difficult accounting analyses and reports; and performs related duties as assigned by the CFO.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the daily and monthly reconciliation of all correspondence bank accounts within the Group as directed by the CFO
- Directly responsible for the daily reconciliation of Symplus software accounting module, including investigation of variances if any and ensure that the variances/differences are corrected immediately.
- Responsible for the daily check and follow up of all clients’ accounts with respective correspondence banks.
- Valuation of Assets under management portfolios
- Verification of Income generated by each portfolio
- Analyzing subsidiary petty cash expenses.
- Preparation of Amortization schedules for prepaid assets
- Preparation and maintenance of Fixed Asset register
- Responsible for weekly and monthly instrument posting into the Symplus software
- Strong communication skills
- Directly responsible for preparation of monthly account payables and schedules Such as VAT (Value Added Tax)
- Withholding taxes (WHT) for both state and federal tax authorities inducing follow up on obtaining Tin number for the various service providers
- Coordination and preparation of annual Electronic tax clearance forms for processing of employee tax clearance certificates
- Provide assistance to the CFO regarding the integrity of General Ledger, the preparation of monthly management reports, budget input and monitoring and production of all financial reports on a monthly basis as well as the end of year accounts close process.
- Supports HR in the preparation of Monthly payroll and statutory payment processing on schedule by collating, inputting and checking all payroll data to be correct.
- Actively support the Asset management operations team and FX team for daily transaction call overs
- Disbursement of petty cash and reporting, ensuring that the cash book and petty cash are updated on a daily basis.
Qualifications
- B.Sc (Hon) Degree with a minimum of Second Class Upper (2’1) from a recognized University
- Must have registered for ICAN or ACCA
- Completed National Youth Service Programme (NYSC)
- 3 – 7 years of experience.
Skills:
- Good presentation and excellent courtesy attitude
- Excellent numerical skills
- Must be proficient in the use of MS Office tools most especially Microsoft Excel
- Must be able to work under pressure with less supervision
- Must demonstrate a good analytical mind
- Ability to work as part of a Team
- Must have a good understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards
- Must have a good understanding of the Financial Services Sector
- Must be articulate and have good presentation skills.
Application Closing Date
30th June, 2022.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Digital Marketing Executive (Media, SEO)
Location: Nigeria
Description
- We seek an experienced Digital Marketing Executive (Media & SEO) to assist in the planning, execution and optimization of our online marketing efforts.
- The promotion of products and services through digital channels is a complex procedure with great potential which becomes increasingly useful for companies such as ours.
- The ideal candidate will have a passion for all things marketing and technology.
- You will be well-versed in the concepts surrounding digital marketing and how the internet can become a strong asset to securing growing revenue.
- You will be tech-savvy and intuitive with great ideas to reinforce our marketing campaign.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the formulation of strategies to build a lasting digital connection with consumers
- Launch optimized online adverts through Google Adwords, Facebook, etc. to increase company and brand awareness
- Be actively involved in SEO efforts (keyword, image optimization, etc.)
- Prepare online newsletters and promotional emails and organize their distribution through various channels
- Provide creative ideas for marketing and update the website
- Collaborate with designers to improve user experience
- Negotiate with advertising sales agents to ensure the most cost-effective deal structures.
- Manage budgets and monitor campaign costs and ROI metrics.
- Track and present campaign data such as views, click-through rates, engagements, and customer conversion rates.
- Monitor audience and media trends, practices, and new technologies.
- Measure performance of digital marketing efforts using a variety of Web analytics tools (Google Analytics, WebTrends, etc.)
- Help identify target audiences and plan media campaigns
- Compare and negotiate rates, ad space and airtime
- Optimize plans and budgets according to the best media mix
- Prepare schedules and adjust when needed
- Experiment with new platforms and channels
- Orchestrate digital strategies across various platforms.
- Maintain and update customer databases.
Requirements
- A B.Sc in Marketing, Finance, Law or any relevant field.
- Minimum of 2 years in media buying. Experience in a marketing agency will be a plus.
- Proven experience buying media as well as in search engine optimisation
- Excellent understanding of digital marketing concepts and best practices
- Experience with B2C social media, Google Adwords, email campaigns and SEO/SEM
- Working knowledge of ad serving tools (e.g., DART, Atlas)
- Knowledge of web analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics, etc.)
- Analytical mindset and critical thinking
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Application Closing Date
10th July, 2022.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Portfolio Manager
Location: Nigeria
Job Description
- We are looking for a Portfolio Manager to manage Funds and Portfolios by identifying and executing investment opportunities by strategically allocating assets as guided by the trust deed with the aim of giving customers competitive returns on investment. Safe keeping and updating of customer records for usage and reference. Liaising with regulatory bodies and counter parties (SEC, trustees, custodians, registrars etc.)
Responsibilities
- Daily tracking of Interest Income Accruals & Preparation of Portfolio report in-house
- Placements / Termination of Fixed income instruments (Treasury Bills, Fixed Deposits, Commercial Papers)
- Monitors asset allocation and implements re-balancing actions in accordance with the investment policy
- Preparation and Filing of Weekly, monthly and quarterly regulatory Reports (SEC returns)
- Maintaining Contacts and liaising with relevant parties to the funds– Trustees, Custodians, Registrars
- Liaising with Counter-parties to broker favourable investments for Mutual Funds
- Managed the firm’s yearly rating process, communicating with the rating agency and ensuring that all required documents are provided (Agusto & co.)
- Monitoring of Investment Performance and strategies to improve returns
- Supervise financial and investment information and investment recommendations for the purpose of income generation.
- Supervision of systems deployment and integration.
- Work cross-functionally with the sales team, Investment team, client Service and other stakeholders to create innovative Fund & Product solutions/models and build best-in-class clients’ experience, service and support.
- Ongoing assessment of investible markets, asset classes and securities (using top-down and bottom-up approaches) and maintenance of associated records
- Formulation and articulation of views on economics, markets and/or individual securities with a view to guiding the investment decision-making process.
- Perform detailed financial, product and trading analyses and build valuation models
- Trade execution
- Implementation of agreed investment strategies and action plans, and ensuring adherence to investment mandates and client profiles
Qualifications
- B.Sc in Accounting
- Minimum of 5 years experience
- Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered)
- CFA or ICAN
Skills:
- Excellent product development and management skills
- Excellent customer relationship development/management
- Financial Markets Knowledge and Analysis
- Financial Analysis. /Business accountability
- Credit Risk Management/Credit Analysis
- Industry Knowledge
- Results/Action Orientation
- Presentation Skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Financial Planning/Budgeting & Forecasting
Application Closing Date
30th June, 2022.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Operations and Fund Manager
Location: Nigeria
Job Description
- We are looking for an Operations and Funds Manager to analyse, recommend and develop innovative financial solutions to meet clients’ short, medium and long-term investment needs as well as execution of asset management proprietary transactions and ensure that these solutions are delivered speedily and professionally.
Responsibilities
- Supervision/Approval of account opening, subscription & Redemption
- Recognition & processing of Income and Expense Accruals
- Treasury operations management for portfolios and mutual funds
- Implementation of the activation of client’s online access to Investments
- Supervision and approval of Accounting opening on the asset management software across all products
- Implementation of new processes and procedures as may be required by the regulators
- Reconciliation of the Fund’s portfolio from the custodian and unit’s perspective
- Ensure timely dividend payments to Unit Holders of the funds
- Work cross-functionally with sales team, Investment team, client service and other stakeholders to create innovative Fund & Product solutions/models and build best-in-class clients’ experience, service and support
- Reconciliation of all bank accounts operated by the Fund manager
Qualification
- B.Sc in Accounting
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience
- Nigerian Institute of Management
- ICAN
Skills:
- Excellent product development and management skills
- Excellent customer relationship development/management
- Financial Markets Knowledge and Analysis
- Financial Analysis./Business accountability
- Credit Risk Management/Credit Analysis
- Industry Knowledge
- Legal Statutes & Banking Regulations/Compliance Management
- Results/Action Orientation
- Presentation Skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Financial Planning/Budgeting & Forecasting
Application Closing Date
30th June, 2022.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Information Technology Support Engineer
Location: Lagos
Job Description
- We are looking to hire an IT Support Executive to monitor and maintain the computer systems, telephony, networks and related compliments and accessories of the organization, provide technical support and ensure the whole company runs smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Install and configure computer hardware operating systems, applications, networks and related accessories.
- Monitor and maintain computer systems, telephony, networks and related compliments and accessories.
- Talk staff or clients through a series of actions, either face-to-face or over the phone, to help set up systems or resolve issues.
- Troubleshoot system, telephony and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults.
- Replace parts as required
- Provide support, including procedural documentation and relevant reports.
- Follow diagrams and written instructions to repair a fault or set up a system.
- Support the roll-out of new applications
- Set up new users’ accounts and profiles and deal with password issues.
- Respond within agreed time limits to issues.
- Work continuously on a task until completion (or referral to third parties, if appropriate).
- Prioritize and manage many open cases at one time.
- Test and evaluate new technology.
- Conduct electrical safety checks on computer equipment.
- Repair and replace equipment as necessary.
- Ensure safety and robustness of the systems and network.
- Procure necessary hardware and software as needed.
- In-depth knowledge of hardware and software
- Up-to-date knowledge of the latest IT and software trends.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Team Lead Skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or any IT related field / proven work experience
- 1 – 2 years of IT support experience
Skills:
- Strong customer service ethos.
- Ability to work well with people
- Excellent organizational skills
- Patience
- A logical mind
- Enthusiasm for continual learning.
- An ability to stick to strict deadlines.
- A keen eye for detail
- Strong computer skills
- Ability to quickly adapt to change
- Time management skills.
- Teamwork
- Negotiation skills
- Analytical skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- The ability to prioritize workload.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Head of Financial Control
Location: Lagos
Job Description
- Our Microfinance banking arm, Personal Trust is looking for a Financial Controller who will be responsible for month-end and statutory reporting, also will be responsible for treasury, tax, financial planning and growth of business partnerships.
- Core responsibilities will include financial reporting, business budgeting and forecasting, business development projects, treasury management, risk evaluation and business analysis.
Responsibilities
- Audit Liaison Office: Liaise with Internal auditors, External auditors and regulatory examiners such as CBN, NDIC, Tax Authorities, and other regulatory agencies as may be applicable.
- Audit Coordination: Coordinate all audit activities within the businesses and maintain an open relationship with the auditors to enhance the effectiveness of the reviews.
- Active Involvement: Involves, from the start to the end, in all audits in addition to the other audit roles due to the importance of the audit function in evaluating the internal control environment and assessing the reliability of the financial processes as a basis for financial reporting.
- Audit Findings: Financial Control shall be expressly notified of findings in al audits as the audit progresses, and should participate in the audit closing conference and discussions on audit findings, recommendations to management, draft audit report and corrective action plans before a final report is issued.
- Accountability for Financial Reporting: Responsibility for the quality and accuracy of financial data introduced into the system rests.
- Periodic Review & Monitoring of GLs Accounts & Reconciliation of Accounts.
- Fixed Asset Management.
- Technical support to Operations on Transaction Booking.
- Portfolio Management, Tax & Insurance.
- Performance Management & Productivity Enhancement.
- Investor Relations.
- Budget Preparation and Performance Monitoring.
- Rendition of Statutory Returns
- Management Account Preparation and Financial Reporting.
Qualifications
- A Second Degree or an MBA from a leading university
- MFB Certification Examination
- Other additional qualifications e.g. ACA, ICAN will be an added advantage
- Minimum of 7 years experience in a microfinance bank or other financial institution, with a minimum of 5 years demonstrable experience.
Skills:
- Excellent product development and management skills
- Excellent customer relationship development/management
- Financial Markets Knowledge and Analysis
- Financial Analysis./Business accountability
- Industry Knowledge
- Legal Statutes & Banking Regulations/Compliance Management
- Results/Action Orientation
- Presentation Skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Financial Planning/Budgeting & Forecasting
- People Management
- Leadership
- Developing subordinates
- Conflict management
- Organization & coordination
- General managerial / administration
- Inter-Personal Skills
- Communication Skills.
Application Closing Date
30th June, 2022.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online