DIRECTOR FINANCE -BIUST

DIRECTOR FINANCE

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The incumbent will be responsible for senior level decision making, day to day management and strategic direction to the financial management and reporting functions to ensure the financial integrity of the University through accurate and timely financial records, overall procurement functions in accordance with established procurement policies, procedures and regulations, whilst ensuring economy, efficiency, transparency, fairness, accountability/ ethical standards and promoting competition. To expertly guide the work of the department’s staff, steer them towards effective delivery of the department’s mandate and achievement of its goals, and ensure optimal use of all resources within the department.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Academic Qualification:
At least a Masters in Finance or related field from a recognised institution.
Professional Certification:
Professional accountancy certification such as ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS, ACPA or equivalent.
Specialized knowledge and technical skills:
IAS, IFRS and IPSAS

Experience:

At least ten (10) years of finance post-qualification experience, five (5) years of should have been at Assistant Director level or equivalent.
• Experience in financial planning management and reporting fiscal management, capital development projects, risk management accounting and financial accounting in big organisation and experience in Oracle is essential.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Ambition to achieve the highest standards in the delivery of own work
• Apply interpersonal styles/methods to develop, motivate and empower individuals to achieve goals
• Maintain quality whilst working under pressure and adhering to deadlines
• Conceptual and practical thinking
• Customer focused
• Decisive and assertive
• Organisational awareness with an understanding of how to engage the University to get things done
• Maintain confidentiality and aware of sensitive situations
Personal value system (personal integrity, conscientiousness, and strong moral character)
• Professionalism and adherence to good work ethics
• Question status quo / conventional approaches and encourage new ideas and innovation for progress
• Resilience, personal drive and self-motivation
• Results and performance driven
• Team player with strong dedication to BIUST’s purpose and mission
Visionary, thinks and acts strategically Work well in a multi-cultural environment
Remuneration
The University offers an attractive package, commensurate with qualification and experience.