The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa. The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent, and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and, ultimately, the world.

We invite applications and nominations for the position below:

Job Title: Vice President, Finance / Bursar

Location: Yola, Adamawa

Summary of Duties

• The Vice President, Finance/Bursar provides executive leadership for financial and strategic planning, budgeting, and business operations.
• S/he is a Principal Officer, and serves as the Chief Financial Officer of the University.
• S/he is responsible for the administration and Control of Financial Affairs and the provision of accounting services for the University.
• As a member of the President’s Executive Council, the VP participates in the development of University objectives, policies, and plans.
• The Vice President, Finance is the treasurer of the University with responsibility for leadership and policy development for financial management, institutional liability, and other external contracts and auxiliary services.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or closely related field required.
• ICAN, CPA, IFRS or equivalent professional qualification.
• At least 10 years of progressive responsible experience in fiscal finance management in a not-for-profit position with significant business and fiscal responsibilities.
• A demonstrable knowledge of accounting principles, investment practices, planning and budget development, debt structures, capital construction, risk management, health and safety issues, security, physical plant, compliance with tax, environmental and related state and federal laws and regulations is desired.
• Track record of success with automating financial and accounting reporting systems.

Application Closing Date
1st May, 2022.