Chief Accountant at Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN)

Job Summary

• Advise Governing Board, Institute Registrar, Committees, Directors and other officers of the Institute on financial matters;
• Assess, develop and implement manual and computerised accounting and financial management systems and procedures as well as control systems;
• Manage the Institute’s investments;
• Direct the preparation of consolidated financial statements of the Institute;
• Direct the preparation of periodic income and expenditure balance sheet and cash flow estimates of the Institute; vi. ensure that proper records of all assets of the Institute are maintained and that assets are properly guarded against theft, natural and other disasters, etc;
• Ensure the correct and timely preparation of financial statements and accounts of the Institute and their submission to the Institute Registrar, Governing Council and committees;
• Ensure the execution of the annual audits of the Institute’s accounts in an efficient and effective manner;
• Monitor and ensure the efficient and effective management of the fixed assets; working capital, receivables, and payables of the Institute.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Higher National Diploma or a related field. A master's degree will be an advantage.
• At least 8 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field with Professional Certifications from CIFCFIN and ANAN or ICAN.
• Must be a Chartered Certified Member of CIFCFIN (Chartered Certified Fraud Investigator (CCFI)) or (Chartered Certified Forensic Accountant (CCrFA))

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experienced with customer relationship management.
• Deep knowledge of core finance and accounting practices
• Knowledgeable about State, Local, and Federal income tax laws and legislation and its implication for the Institute
• Advanced knowledge of Excel/Data Analysis and Financial Modelling
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good sense of responsibility, accountability and dependability.
• Emotional intelligence, Integrity and Professionalism.
• Proficiency in the use of MS applications and several accounting applications/ERPs.

Working Conditions

• The ideal candidate must be based in Abuja and must be physically fit, with the ability to stand for extended periods. He/She will work in an academic environment, with a mix of office and classroom settings.
• The position may require occasional evening and weekend work for meetings and other engagements.
• Salary and benefits for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.