Senior Director Financial Operations at American University of Nigeria

The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was established in 2003. The Institution was conceived as Africa's first Development University, and is in the process of setting up a Faculty of Law. In furtherance of regulatory requirements, the University invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill positions for its planned Law Program.

AUN is seeking for a Senior Director Financial Operations. This position is a local one and opens to indigenous and/or legal residents of Nigeria.

Applications are invited for the position below:

Job Title: Senior Director Financial Operations

Location: Adamawa
Department: Finance

Summary of Position

• The Senior Director is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
• Also He/She will establish, interpret and analyze complex accounting records of financial statements.
• These may include but not limited to general accounting, costing or budget data and also, analyzes and interprets accounting records for management and maintain sufficient funds by forecasting cash requirements and obligations in accordance with the university's policy and procedure.

Detailed Listing of Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts.
• Ensures financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
• Ensures all financial reporting deadlines are met.
• Prepares financial management reports.
• Ensures accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end closing.
• Establishes and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures.
• Resolves accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Continuous management and support of budget and forecast activities.
• Monitors and support taxation issues.
• Develops and maintains financial databases.
• Financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process.
• Ensures accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses.
• Analyzes and advises on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues.
• Analyzes financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems.
• Assist the Chief Financial Officer in managing other staff of the Finance division.
• Shall perform any other duty as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements for the Position

• A combination of the completion of a Bachelor and Master's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution.
• Five(5) or more years of accounting experience and fully qualified Chartered Accountant
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS)
• Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations.
• Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications
• Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles
• Knowledge of economic principles
• Knowledge of auditing practices and principles
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations
• Knowledge and experience of related computer applications
• Possess adequate supervisory skills needed to lead a team efficiently.

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Planning and organizing
• Strong communication skills
• Information and task monitoring
• Stress tolerance

Description of Benefits
Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience and job classification as approved by the University.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resumes, cover letters and references to: [email protected] The position being applied for should be the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.