Employer: International Institute of Tropical Agriculture
The Company
IITA is an international non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium.
The Company
IITA is an international non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization established in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and a member of the CGIAR Consortium.
Our R4D approach is anchored on the development needs of tropical nations. We work with partners to enhance crop quality and productivity, reduce producer and consumer risks, and generate wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the position of Project Account Officer at its Headquarters in Ibadan.
Job Title : Project Account Officer
Location: Ibadan, Nigeria
Location: Ibadan, Nigeria
Description:
Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts; Develop, maintain and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted cost to actual costs.
Develop, implement, modify and document record keeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology including Quick books.
Prepare, examine and analyze accounting records, financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Monitor project funds and advice project officer on variances and trends.
Prepare financial reports and forecast costs for budgeting annually.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Perform other duties assigned by your supervisor.
Job Description :
Establish tables of accounts and assign entries to proper accounts; Develop, maintain and analyze budgets, preparing periodic reports that compare budgeted cost to actual costs.
Develop, implement, modify and document record keeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology including Quick books.
Prepare, examine and analyze accounting records, financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
Monitor project funds and advice project officer on variances and trends.
Prepare financial reports and forecast costs for budgeting annually.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Perform other duties assigned by your supervisor.
Minimum Qualification & Experience :
BSc in Accounting, Corporate Finance, Banking or related field with 5 years experience performing similar role. Possession of ICAN is an added advantage
Skills & abilities :
- Strong communication skills—oral and written
- General Accounting skill
- Attention to detail
- Detailed Oriented
- Good research result reporting skills
- Time management
- Confidentiality
- Time management
Personal Qualities :
Display high energy level
Ability to work under pressure
Willingness to work at odd hours
Process Status : Short listing In Progress
Application Closing Date
Ongoing
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