GlaxoSmithKline Vacancy : Business Analyst

GlaxoSmithKline is one of the world's leading research based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies. We have a challenging and inspiring mission to improve the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. With a firm foundation in science, we discover, develop, manufacture and distribute prescription medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare products. GSK offers a creative and dynamic work environment for professional training and development and good prospects for high future earnings.   Vacancies exist in the following roles for bright, self starting and energetic persons to join a vibrant workforce.   Job Title: Business Analyst - West Africa Location: Lagos The Business Analyst is a important finance partnering role in the organization, working with key commercial stakeholders to drive the strategy for the business. The role covers both Nigeria and West African markets. The role will help support the business through channel, product and customer investment analysis, as well as driving key initiatives such as working capital and profitability performance management.   The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities amongst others: Business Management, Business Partnering and Decision Support Represent Finance for all decision making relating to brands Emulate costs through the supply chain and drive down costs P&L management Responsible for the P&L for the category and its various elements – Evaluate business performance against budgets and forecasts Drive performance and decisions of various P&L components Review, monitor and highlight variances. Investigating exceptions and facilitating corrective action Budgeting and Forecasting for Nigeria operations Support the complete budgeting & forecasting process for West Africa Consumer Healthcare operations Plan strategies and methodologies for the process and ensure effective implementation Prepare analyse and submit monthly, quarterly and annual forecasts Play a key role in the Profit reviews External Reporting Ensure timely submission & own accuracy of the content of all Monthly, Quarterly and Annual submissions of P&L, Balance Sheet and other business related information to internal and international stakeholders Ensure compliance to International Finance Reporting Standards (IFRS) Qualification and Experience The ideal candidate must possess the following: First degree in Accounting, Economics, Banking & Finance or Business Administration Strong JDE/SAP exposure  Working knowledge of IFRS Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suit (Excel, PowerPoint, Word etc) Analytical and Problem Solving skills Minimum of 7 – 8 years FMCG experience In additional to the above, the ideal candidate MUST POSSESS ACA/ACCA Technical Skills/ Competencies Strong leadership & influencing skills Good interpersonal skills Must be able to handle sensitivity/confidentiality levels appropriately Analytical mind Customer Focus and Sense of urgency Ability to see macro scenarios and beyond numbers Application Deadline 8th May, 2012 How To Apply Interested and qualified candidates should; Click here to apply online       SEARCH FOR HIGH PAID JOBS HERE