University Bursar at Benue State University (BSU), Makurdi

Location: Markurdi, Benue

Description
The Bursar shall be the Chief Accounting Officer of the University and shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for:

• Day-to-day administration and control of the financial affairs of the University;
• Driving and controlling the University’s Fund Raising and Capital Structure;
• Setting up and overseeing the Bursary’s IT System;
• Ensuring compliance with financial policies;
• Advising on the financial policies, budgeting and disbursement of funds;
• The preparation and presentation of Annual Estimates, Planning, Control and periodic evaluation of University accounting and treasury services, including investment of funds;
• Preparation and updating of Manual of Financial procedures etc; and
• Expected to carry out other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time.

Qualification / Experience and Requirements
A person shall not be qualified to be appointed the Bursar unless:

• He / she possesses a good honours degree (at least 2nd Class Lower) from a recognized University;
• He / she has at least fifteen (15) years post-qualification experience in University administration; and
• He / she is, at the time of being considered for appointment as Bursar, not below the rank of Deputy Bursar; and that possession of a recognized professional certificate or qualification in a relevant field shall be an advantage;
• Possesses National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge/exemption Certificate;
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods;
• Be able to formulate and implement financial procedures;
• Proficiency in MS Office, Spreadsheet and relevant accounting packages;
• Strong leadership, communication and people skills;
• Be of good moral standing and stable character.
• Possession of any relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.

Salary and Conditions of Service

• The salary and allowances including terms and conditions shall be competitive and determined by Council.

Tenure:

• The Bursar shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years beginning from the effective date of his / her appointment.