Subject Stream Manager at Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)

Department: People & Change Nigeria
Job type: Permanent
Closing date: 31-Jul-14
Location: Lagos
Reference Number: 130-PEO00140

Key Accountabilities
• Liaises with and manages relationship with examiners for assigned subject stream
• Reviews and agrees each examination for presentation to and approval by the Head of Student Affairs and the Chair of the Examination Committee
• Develops and obtains approval for examination timetables and ensures approved timetables are complied with
• Acts as the in-house expert for respective syllabus areas by reviewing syllabuses, maintaining up- to- date knowledge of respective areas and providing technical guidance
• Leads and ensures compliance with quality control measures in the examination process and improvement of all processes for respective subject streams to ensure operational efficiency
• Coordinates the review of learning materials for assigned subject areas

The position reports to the Deputy Registrar (Technical Services) and is responsible for effective planning and management of the examination process for assigned subject stream area i.e. any of Financial Reporting and Auditing; Management Accounting and Strategy; Tax and Law.

Skills/Competencies

• This role requires strong knowledge of both qualitative and quantitative research methodology, ability to evaluate and interpret financial statements with a sound financial management capability.
• The ideal candidate must be innovative and research- inclined with good understanding of the global economy and key development imperatives.
• The role also requires strong communication and analytical skills, confidence, integrity and demonstrated ability to effectively engage diverse groups of people both within and outside the Institute.

Education and Experience
• B.Sc./HND in Accounting, Economics
• Qualified member of ICAN
• A Masters and/or Doctorate degree in an advantage
• Specialist knowledge in any of the following specified areas:
         o Financial Reporting and Auditing
         o Management Accounting & Strategy and
         o Tax and Law
• Minimum of 10 years relevant post professional qualification experience in the private and/or public sector