Bursar at Niger Delta University

Job Summary

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the day-to-day administrative and control of the financial affairs of the University.
• The Bursar shall hold office for a single term of five years.

Requirements
The candidate is expected to: 

• Not be below the rank of a Deputy Bursar for at least five (5) years
• Not be more than Fifty-Five (55) years of age on assumption of office
• Possess a good University Degree in Accountancy, a postgraduate degree will be of added advantage
• Be a chartered member of a recognized Professional Accountancy body
• Be knowledgeable in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and must show evidence of thorough understanding of the application of new technologies to financial operations and services
• Be someone who has not been convicted by a competent court of law
• Present a certificate of medical fitness from a reputable Government hospital which will be subjected to verification by the University
• Appointment is by interview in line with the Niger Delta University Law.

Skills:

• The Bursar shall be required to possess skills in financial reporting, treasury management, business planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting and cost controls, tax planning/management and knowledge of accounting software.

Remuneration
A consolidated salary for the University Bursar and allowances as applicable to the Nigerian University System plus other benefits as approved by the Governing Council.