Bursar at Phoenix University, Agwada

The Position

• The Bursar is the Chief Financial Officer of the University and reports to the Vice Chancellor on the day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University.
• By virtue of this position, the Bursar is to co-ordinate the development and upgrading of the strategic plans of the University as well as the development and update of the financial, income and expenditure system of the University.
• The holder of the office shall also ensure that accurate records are maintained of all assets and liabilities held by the University.
• The Bursar shall hold office for a term of five years beginning from the effective date of the appointment and on terms and conditions as approved by Phoenix University Governing Council.
• Prospective applicants for the post are required to hold the following skills and competencies:

Qualifications
Candidate for this post must:

• Possess a good honours degree in Accounting from a recognised institution, possession of higher degree(s) is an added advantage;
• Be a qualified member of a professional Accountancy body such as ANAN or ICAN;
• Have a minimum of fifteen (15) years cognate experience, ten years of which must be unbroken service in the University system;
• Have attained the rank of a Deputy Bursar or its equivalent in a University; and
• Be computer literate with a working knowledge of relevant accounting packages

Remuneration and Conditions of Service

• The University runs a unique remuneration package, similar to what is obtainable in other tertiary institutions.
• The remuneration of the Bursar is as applicable to other Principal Officers.
• Compensations for Business Development Officer, Chief Security Officer and Communication Officer will be negotiated based on experience and demonstrated salary history.
• The Chief Security Officer of the University is expected to reside on the Campus in Agwada.