Vice President of Finance

Location: Yola Department: Executive Admin Job Description

The position is a principal officer of the university, who works closely with the Board of Trustees, President, and other principal officers of the university.
The Vice President of Finance reports directly to the President and oversees the areas of Financial Operations, Stores, Bursary, Payroll, Budget Office, Purchasing and Procurement, and Retail and Business Services.
The Vice President of Finance has the following responsibilities, duties, and functions as assigned by the Board of Trustees on the recommendation of the President
Supervises staff responsible for all finance operations including the accounts receivable, accounts payabie, administrative services, and bursar
Oversees the development and implementation of annual operating and capital budgets
Manages accounting operations and all related policies arid procedures
Implements systems for financial controls
Negotiates soil approves lease or purchase contracts in coordination wth the President and Board
Prepares financiaI reports for the Board
Works closely with the President and senior management to develop and implement longterm – strategic and financial plans for the University
Assists departments in the preparation of budgets
Utilizes ERP systems in financial management; specifically, implementing and managing ERP systems in higher education
Ensures compliance with all state and federal regulations
Monitors contracted services and independent auditors
Creates end maintains banking relationships
Assumes other duties as assigned by the President

Requirements

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or closely related field required
ACA or ACCA qualification required
At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in fiscal financial management in not for profit positions with significant business end fiscal responsibilities is required
A demonstrated 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

Other abilities for the position:

Confident, selfstarter, team-oriented, and creative thinker
Successful experience across a wide range of HR functions and activities in a higher education setting
Knowledge and experience with strategic capital and operating budget planning Proficient with a variety of software applications
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, continuous improvement and the University community
Experience and comfort in public speaking
Extraordinary listening skills and the ability to synthesize a variety of information from a wide range of sources
Ability to take responsibility for a diverse series of projects which requires engaging members of the community who have vastly different viewpoints, while managing successful completions of the projects and successful relationships with the team members

Applicants should submit their Resumes, Cover Letters, names and contact information for 3 references, copies of professional certifications to: recruitment@aun.edu.ng The position being applied for should be the subject of the mail. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and interviews will continue until the position is filled

Apply via :

recruitment@aun.edu.ng