Accountant at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

The Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures. The duties shall include but NOT limited to interpreting and analyzing complex accounting records of financial statements. These may include general accounting, costing or budget data in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Requirements for the position:

• A combination of the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or equivalent experience and 5 or more years of accounting experience and successful completion fully qualified Chartered Accountant
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and IFRS
• Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations.
• Knowledge of auditing practices and principles
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations
• Knowledge and experience of related computer applications
• Possess adequate supervisory skills needed to lead a team efficiently.