Unit Head - Account and Finance at the Kaduna State Pension Bureau

The Kaduna State Pension Bureau is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Unit Head - Account and Finance

Location: Kaduna
Grade: Level 14

Job Description

• To oversee all financial planning and strategy of the Bureau. The candidate must be a reliable professional with broad knowledge of accounting and financial principles.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Drive the financial planning of the bureau by analyzing its performance and adherence to all relevant rules and regulations on public finance.
• Constant oversight of the Bureau’s financial position.
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel (management accountants, internal auditors etc.).
• Oversee all audit, internal control operations and financial management systems.
• Develop the corporate fundraising strategy and manage relationships with partners.
• Ensure efficient utilization of resources and implement cost-cutting measures.
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis.

Job Requirements
Basic requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Accounting and duly certified by ANAN or ICAN.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices.
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• A Master’s Degree or other relevant qualification is an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications:

• Relevant professional qualifications such as ICAN or ANAN

Experience:

• Minimum of 12 years’ experience in a similar role, in accounting.
• Age Bracket:18 - 50years old 

Remuneration

• Remuneration is subject to prevailing salary structure for Kaduna State Civil Servants for Grade Level14.

Application Closing Date
17th November, 2023.