The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is one of the worlds leading research partners in finding solutions for hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. Its award-winning research-for-development (R4D) approach addresses the development needs of tropical countries. IITA works with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. IITA is a non-profit organization founded in 1967 in Nigeria and governed by a Board of Trustees. IITA works on the following crops: cowpea, soybean, banana/plantain, yam, cassava, and maize.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, seeks suitable Nigerian for the position below at the Institute’s station in Abuja:
Job Title: Accounts Technician II
Ref: IITA-HR-NRS2017-0018
Location: Abuja
Recruitment Type: National (3-year renewable contract)
Job Description
Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties:
- Process accounts payables/receivables and key transactions into the Oracle Application;
- Handling of blank cheques during working hours;
- Handling local payment;
- Assist the Finance Unit on bank reconciliation;
- Assist in the reconciliation of statements of account of local suppliers;
- Relieving the Finance & Administrative Assistant while on leave;
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Qualifications
- Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Accounting, Banking & Finance with at least 3 years hands-on working experience performing similar role.
Competencies
The ideal candidate must:
- Be innovative, highly dedicated and have good interpersonal relationship skills;
- Have ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision;
- Be a very good team player
- Be honest and trustworthy
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Application Closing Date
11th April, 2017.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified applicants should complete the online application attaching detailed curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format, the application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, professional colleague and evidence of current remuneration package.
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