• Application Deadline:
• Position: Chief Accountant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 8 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Summary

• Advise Governing Board, Institute Registrar, Committees, Directors and other officers of the Institute on financial matters;


• Assess, develop and implement manual and computerised accounting and financial management systems and procedures as well as control systems;


• Manage the Institute’s investments;


• Direct the preparation of consolidated financial statements of the Institute;


• Direct the preparation of periodic income and expenditure balance sheet and cash flow estimates of the Institute; vi. ensure that proper records of all assets of the Institute are maintained and that assets are properly guarded against theft, natural and other disasters, etc;


• Ensure the correct and timely preparation of financial statements and accounts of the Institute and their submission to the Institute Registrar, Governing Council and committees;


• Ensure the execution of the annual audits of the Institute’s accounts in an efficient and effective manner;


• Monitor and ensure the efficient and effective management of the fixed assets; working capital, receivables, and payables of the Institute.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Higher National Diploma or a related field. A master's degree will be an advantage.


• At least 8 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field with Professional Certifications from CIFCFIN and ANAN or ICAN.


• Must be a Chartered Certified Member of CIFCFIN (Chartered Certified Fraud Investigator (CCFI)) or (Chartered Certified Forensic Accountant (CCrFA))

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Experienced with customer relationship management.


• Deep knowledge of core finance and accounting practices


• Knowledgeable about State, Local, and Federal income tax laws and legislation and its implication for the Institute


• Advanced knowledge of Excel/Data Analysis and Financial Modelling


• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Good sense of responsibility, accountability and dependability.


• Emotional intelligence, Integrity and Professionalism.


• Proficiency in the use of MS applications and several accounting applications/ERPs.

Working Conditions

• The ideal candidate must be based in Abuja and must be physically fit, with the ability to stand for extended periods. He/She will work in an academic environment, with a mix of office and classroom settings.


• The position may require occasional evening and weekend work for meetings and other engagements.


• Salary and benefits for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.