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ADVISORY MANAGER AND ASSISTANT MANAGER

Job Summary

The Advisory Manager/Assistant Manager is responsible for leading multiple client engagements, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality service delivery in line with firm methodology and professional standards. The role combines technical expertise, project management capability, and client relationship management.

The Manager/Assistant Manager oversees engagement planning, execution, and reporting, while supervising Supervisors and Associates. They are accountable for engagement profitability, quality control, and risk management, and contribute to business development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for client management.
• Lead opening, status, and closing meetings.
• Present findings and recommendations to executive management.
• Manage client expectations and resolve issues proactively.
• Lead multiple advisory engagements.
• Internal audit and ICFR reviews.
• Risk management and enterprise risk assessments.
• Corporate governance reviews.
• Compliance assessments.
• Ensure compliance with firm quality control standards.
• Oversee documentation and working paper reviews.
• Ensure independence and ethical compliance requirements are met.
• Escalate significant issues to Director/Partner as appropriate.
• Contribute to proposals and tender submissions.
• Participate in client pitches and marketing initiatives.
• Support thought leadership and industry publications.

Qualifications / Personal attributes

Professional Qualifications

• Professional certification in ACA or ACCA, or relevant professional bodies/affiliations such as CIBN, IIA, CFA, CISA, CIA, CFE, etc.

Education Qualifications 

• Minimum of B.Sc./HND in Accounting, Finance or any finance-related course.

Desired Experience

• Above 7 years relevant work experience for Manager and minimum of 5-7 years relevant work experience for Assistant Manager.
• Conflict resolution and team motivation skills.
• Building a high-performance engagement team.
• Strong executive-level communication.
• Ability to present findings to senior management.
• Managing stakeholder expectations.
• Building long-term client relationships.
• Commercial awareness and cross-selling ability.
• Contribution to proposal development and pricing strategy.
• Identifying revenue opportunities within engagements.
• Supporting growth initiatives within the practice.
• Understanding engagement margins and financial targets.
• High integrity and ethical judgment.
• Strong decision-making ability.
• Accountability and ownership mindset.
• Adaptability and resilience under pressure.
• Continuous professional development orientation.
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality, ethics, and integrity.
• Strong understanding of business processes, risk management, and internal controls.
• Working knowledge of relevant frameworks (e.g., COSO ERM, Internal Control, ISO 31000, and COBIT and ability to assess and design internal control systems, valuation standards, etc., where applicable.

ADVISORY SUPERVISOR AND ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR

Job Summary

The Advisory Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor is responsible for leading and delivering high-quality consulting engagements while managing teams and maintaining strong client relationships. The role involves overseeing the execution of advisory assignments, ensuring compliance with firm methodologies and professional standards, and supporting managers and partners in achieving engagement objectives.

The supervisor serves as a bridge between senior leadership and junior team members by providing technical guidance, reviewing work outputs, managing timelines, and ensuring that deliverables meet quality and client expectations etc.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary day-to-day contact for client personnel.
• Lead client meetings, interviews, walkthroughs, and closing sessions.
• Present findings and recommendations professionally.
• Maintain strong working relationships and manage client expectations.
• Plan and coordinate advisory engagements.
• Internal audit and ICFR reviews.
• Risk management and enterprise risk assessments.
• Corporate governance reviews.
• Compliance assessments.
• Process improvement projects.
• Analyses client processes to identify risk exposures and control gaps.
• Develop practical and value-adding recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality control policies.
• Support independence and conflict-of-interest procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional ethical standards.
• Participate in internal quality reviews where required.

Qualifications / Personal attributes

Professional Qualifications

• Professional certification in ACA or ACCA, or relevant professional bodies and affiliations such as CIBN, IIA, CFA, CISA, CIA, CFE, etc

Education Qualifications

• Minimum of B.Sc./HND in Accounting, Finance or any finance-related course

Desired Experience

• Minimum of 4-5 years relevant work experience for Supervisor and minimum of 3-4 years relevant work experience for Assistant Supervisor.
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality, ethics, and integrity.
• Strong understanding of business processes, risk management, and internal controls.
• Working knowledge of relevant frameworks (e.g., COSO ERM, Internal Control, ISO 31000, and COBIT and ability to assess and design internal control systems, valuation standards, etc., where applicable.
• Ability to review and validate working papers and client deliverables.
• Competence in performing assigned tasks.
• Experience in drafting high-quality reports and executive summaries.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to client industries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions), PowerPoint, and Word.
• Exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and data analytics tools is an advantage.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations (e.g. GDPR, AML, Basel III, ESG compliance.
• Ability to supervise, guide, and review the work of junior team members.
• Effective delegation and workload management.
• Strong coaching and mentoring capability.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback.
• Accountability for team performance and deliverables.
• Conflict resolution and team coordination skills.
• Strong critical thinking ability.
• Capacity to analyse complex data and business processes.
• Ability to identify root causes of issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Attention to detail while maintaining big-picture perspective.

ADVISORY SENIOR AND SEMI-SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Job Summary

As a Senior/Semi-Senior Associate in the advisory practice, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality consulting services to clients across various industries. Working under the supervision of senior team members, you will support the execution of advisory engagements, including risk assessments, internal audits, business process improvements, compliance reviews, and strategic planning initiatives.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse client operations, identify improvement opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations. Your ability to manage tasks independently, communicate effectively, and apply analytical thinking will be essential to your success. This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth, client exposure, and the development of industry expertise.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution, and delivery of advisory engagements under the supervision of senior staff.
• Participate in client meetings and help prepare presentation materials and proposals.
• Draft reports, presentations, and other deliverables for clients in PowerPoint, Word, or relevant formats.
• Ensure all deliverables are accurate, logically structured, and aligned with the firm’s quality standards.
• Ensure adherence to the firm’s risk management protocols and confidentiality standards.
• Support compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Stay updated on industry trends, client sectors, and consulting methodologies.
• Seek feedback and participate in training and professional development programs.
• Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives and content development.

Qualifications / Personal attributes

Professional Qualifications

• Not Applicable.

Education Qualifications

• Minimum of B.Sc./HND in Accounting, Finance or any finance-related course.

Desired Experience

• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience for Senior and minimum of 2 years relevant work experience for Semi Senior.
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality, ethics, and integrity.
• Actively seeks feedback and shows a willingness to learn and grow.
• Understanding of Risk and Control Frameworks such as COSO, ISO 31000, and COBIT and ability to assess and design internal control systems, valuation standards, etc.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations (e.g. GDPR, AML, Basel III, ESG compliance, CAMA (2020), Code of Corporate Governance for Licensed Pension Operators, Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2007, Bank and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020, Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act 2022, etc.) and their application to clients' operations.
• Skilled at drafting clear, structured, and value-adding client deliverables, reports, process.
• Ability to interview client personnel, gather information, and document processes accurately.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Experience in coordinating workstreams or tasks within a broader engagement.
• Ability to work independently while keeping senior team members informed.

If you meet our requirements, please submit your application along with an updated CV that includes your current contact details and qualifications  to recruitment@ng.gt.com. Please ensure that the subject line clearly states the position and preferred office location (Lagos), as this is required for your application to be considered. You will be notified of your recruitment interview date once your application passes the initial selection stage.