Chief Accountant at McPherson University

McPherson University is a licensed Private Christian institution established by the Foursquare Gospel Church in Nigeria. The University, which is fully residential, is committed to producing future leaders who are God-fearing, creative and resourceful. The University motto is 'Knowledge, Integrity and Service'.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Accountant

Location: Ogun
Job type: Full-time

Requirements

• Candidates should possess the following First Degree in Accounting or Finance, from recognized Institution with minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division plus NYSC Discharge Certificate or Evidence of Exemption. SSCE/NECO/WASC/GCE O/Level credit in 5 subjects including English and Mathematics is compulsory.  
• In Addition must be duly registered member of ICAN, ANAN or other equivalent professional bodies.
• Minimum of 14 years post NYSC Accounting experience and must have served at least 3 years as a Principal Accountant.
• Sound knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, payroll, administration and financial regulations.
• Most be proficient in modern accounting software and Microsoft office applications. 

Condition of Service

• Conditions of services are as outlined in the Mcpherson Regulations governing the service of its employee on MUTSSS01 / MUNTSSS07 and above, an its operational Scheme Service.

Application Closing Date
14th August, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their detailed Curriculum Vitae to the Registrar in the following format through: registrar@mcu.edu.ng using the Job Title as the subjet of the email.

• Name in full (Surname first  in Capital letters)
• Place and Date of Birth
• Home town and Local Government Area
• State of Origin and Nationality
• Religion/ Denomination
• Permanent Home Address
• Present Postal Address
• Mobile Number (must include Whatsapp number) 
• E-mail address
• Marital Status
• Sex
• Post Applied for:
• Educational Institution Attended. (with dates)
• Academic Qualifications (with dates)
• Professional Qualification (with dates)
• Present Employment, Status and Salary (Gross per month)
• Experience within and outside the University including former and present position
• Extra-Curricular Activities
• Community Service within the University
• Signature and Date

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contected.