Apply: ECOWAS Account Officer

Deadline: Ongoing

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is seeking to fill the position of Account Officer.

ECOWAS is a 15-member regional group with a mandate of promoting economic integration in all fields of activity of the constituting countries.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare financial statements for the Office of Auditor General
  • Manage payables and receivables for the Office of Auditor General
  • Execute and present for approval the risk assessment for the finance function
  • Manage cash controls
  • Assist in budget monitoring for the Office of the Auditor General
  • Perform tasks while adhering to the code of ethics of professional accountants
  • Manage all documents of the finance section of the Office of the Auditor General
  • Perform any other duties as directed by supervisor

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or a similar field
  • Five years, minimum, of progressively responsible experience in finance, accounting and budget
  • Knowledge of and technical competence in financial statement consolidation and ability to respond to internal/external audit queries
  • Knowledge of cash management practices, policies and procedures, and the ability to make appropriate recommendations to improve accuracy, security timeliness and efficiency
  • Knowledge of various payment systems, banking terminologies, pension fund practices and relevant financial management processes and policies

 To apply and for more information, click here.

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