Corporate Accounting Manager at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Duties

• Contribute, prepare and monitor IITA budget and manage IITA’s centre budget including capital budget.
• Monitor inter-centre Accounting operations and prepare management reports.
• Manage compliance and proper implementation of approved software for use in Finance Directorate and stations of the Institute (Oracle Champion).
• Supports in the preparation of Institute’s Audited Financial Statement in accordance with IFRS.
• Prepare annual report, oversee Insurance functions, etc.
• Supervise the activities of staff of Advances and Expense Claims and Fixed Assets unit.
• Supervise the Fixed Asset Module and PPE schedule of the Financial Statements
• Supervise Finance Section of the Inventory Module, Freight Accounting process, asset disposal, account processes and manage all finance related online applications.
• Supervise annual assets verification and stock count.
• Review monthly and annual trial balance and ensure reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
• Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Financial Controller and Chief Finance and Risk Officer.

Requirements

• MSc/MBA in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any other related field with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment. Possession of ACA or ACCA is required.

Competencies:

The ideal candidate must have:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, ensuring accuracy and sound decision-making.
• Proficient in Oracle ERP, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant computer applications.
• Goal-oriented, proactive, and results-driven, with high integrity, professionalism, and the ability to work collaboratively under pressure.

Benefits

• We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.