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Our West Africa practice serves multinationals, large national enterprises, small and medium-sized enterprises and the public sector across Nigeria and Ghana. 

In Nigeria, Deloitte is one of the leading professional services firms, specializing in providing Audit, Tax, Consulting, Risk Advisory and Financial Advisory services. We serve clients in a variety of industries from financial services, consumer, telecommunications, media & technology, energy resources & industrial and government and public services.

Our professionals are unified by a collaborative culture that fosters integrity, outstanding value to markets and clients, commitment to each other, and strength from cultural diversity. They are committed to strengthening corporate responsibility, building public trust, and making a positive impact in their communities. We understand that our professionals hold interests outside of the work space and we aim to encourage work/life balance, supporting them in all aspects of their lives.

Our talented professionals and our clients understand the link between a strong learning and development programme and the ability for Deloitte to deliver on its promise of consistent, high-quality service delivery worldwide.

Whatever your age, gender or culture, take your career to the next level with the talents and capabilities you will develop at Deloitte. 

About Audit & Assurance

Auditing is a highly complex process, and the importance of auditors as a vital link in the financial reporting chain has never been more important nor their role as trusted advisors more valued. Our global network of audit professionals provide a range of audit and advisory services to assist clients in achieving their business objectives, managing their risk and improving their business performance - anywhere in the world. Using our state-of the-art tools enables Deloitte audit professionals to deliver the assurance service quality and excellence that is implicit in the Deloitte brand and that regulators and public expect.

Services:

• Audit of financial statements that have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), NGAAP and other valid standards.
• Review of accounting and internal control systems.
• Consulting on accounting principles, the chart of accounts and organization of finance and accounting departments.
• Comprehensive advice on implementation of International Financial Reporting Standards, including interpretation and application of complex standards.
• Assistance with the establishment of reporting departments.
• Advisory services for the calculation of employee benefits, impairment of assets, provisions for asset retirement obligations and other long-term provisions.
• Assistance with business valuations, valuation of assets and liabilities and determination of goodwill in accordance with IFRS.

The role of the Chief of Staff (Executive Assistant) is both strategic and operational. S/he will:

• Manage strategic and operational activities within the broader Africa practice and also in the region of location in West Africa
• Work with the West Africa Audit Leader and other Business Unit Leaders/Partners across the Region to actively monitor Africa strategic aspirations
• Interact and build relationships/links with Global teams and support systems
• Be a point of contact to the Office of the West Africa Audit Leader for the business
• Coordinate selected business activities required of the West Africa Audit Leader
• Prepare presentation materials for meetings and events
• Have a strategic mindset and ability to handle and manage complex operations across multiple jurisdictions. 
• Possess the acumen to handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously, mixing long-term projects with the urgency of immediate operational demands.
• Demonstrate the ability to deal with highly confidential information and act as a liaison between the West Africa Audit Leaders/Partner and other constituencies, both internal and external.
• Be able to work effectively in a fast paced and project-driven environment with constantly changing demands. S/he will require energy, excellent engagement skills and a passion for the growing Deloitte Audit & Assurance practice

• Have a Bachelor’s degree/Higher National Diploma in any discipline with a minimum of second class lower/Lower credit.
• Have a minimum of five (5) O'level credits (including Mathematics and English Language) in one sitting.
• A post-graduate/master’s degree in any business course will be an added advantage.
• Project management qualifications/experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in professional services environment and/or in similar capacities, including demonstrated experience of finance management, budget execution, etc. and other complex tasks
• Highest level of integrity, confidentiality, self-awareness, and a desire to excel. 
• Good facilitation, communication, writing and presentation skills
• Possess excellent inter-personal relations.
• Entrepreneurial, business acumen, data analysis, strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.