Bursar at Mountain Top University

Mountain Top University is a licensed private institution owned by the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) and established in March 2015 with a global outlook and commitment to sustainability planning and actions that advance new paths.

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Bursar

Location: Ogun

The Position

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration, coordination, and control of the financial affairs of the University, in alignment with the University's vision, mission, and core values.

Responsibilities
The Bursar shall:

• Provide strategic leadership in the management of the University's finances with integrity, transparency, and accountability.
• Advise the Vice-Chancellor and Council on financial matters in support of the University's vision and sustainable growth.
• Prepare, implement, and monitor budgets and financial reports.
• Ensure proper accounting records, effective internal control systems, and prudent stewardship of resources.
• Uphold ethical standards consistent with the University's values and ethos. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Vice-Chancellor and Council.

Qualifications and Experience
Candidates should:

• Possess a good honours degree and a Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline from a recognised university (PhD. will be an added advantage).
• Hold a recognised professional accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Have a minimum of 10-15 years cognate experience, preferably in a university or similar Institution.
• Be not below the rank of Deputy Bursar or its equivalent in a university or comparable institution.
• Demonstrate proven integrity, sound judgment, leadership ability, and commitment to the University's values.
• Be ICT-compliant and conversant with modern financial management systems.
• Be of strong moral character and support the mission of the University.
• Be not more than 60 years of age at the time of assumption of duty.

Tenure

• The appointment shall be for a term of five (5) years, renewable, subject to the University Law, Statutes, and Conditions of Service.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward ten (10) copies of application and detailed curriculum vitae stating the following:  

• A formal application letter stating their motivation to serve in the University
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates
• Names and contact details of three (3) referees who should be able to attest to the candidate's character and integrity
• A vision Statement (not more than 1,000 words) outlining the candidate's strategic plan for the University over the next five years

Application should be submitted in sealed envelopes marked "Application for the Post of Bursar" and addressed to:
The Registrar,
Mountain Top University,
Km 12, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway,
Prayer City, Ogun State.

Electronic Submission:

• In addition to the hard copies, candidates must forward an electronic version of the complete application as a single PDF document to: vc@mtu.edu.ng and copy: registrar@mtu.edu.ng
• The Referees should be encouraged to submit signed electronic copies of their references in PDF format to same email addresses.