Job Overview
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for an Accountant within the Management Accounting and will be reporting directly to the Manager Accounting. The successful candidate will supervise a team in the Treasury unit. The incumbent will be responsible for administering the University’s financial assets in order to provide the highest level of financial support, within an appropriate level of risk, subject to the University of the South Pacific’s strategic plans. This position is responsible in assessing, monitoring, planning and managing the efficient utilization of cash and financial services in a manner consistent with the objectives of the University. The incumbent is also responsible for the overall accuracy and timely delivery of accounting services such as the Accounting and Administration of the treasury operation in respect of banking services, cash flow management, investments and treasury accounting. Also, the position is required to continue to seek ways to increase effectiveness and improve the university’s cash flow.
The Person we Seek
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- A degree in Accounting/Financial Management; and
- Three (3) years of relevant experience and management expertise in technical or administrative fields;
- Treasury operations experience such as management of cash flow, investment portfolio, cash audits, bank reconciliations;
- Demonstrated experience in supervisory and leadership at middle-management level;
- Excellent oral and written English language skills;
- Experience and competency in MS Word and MS Excel, and other accounting software (computerized General Ledger environment) and,
- Experience in effective monitoring of work performance of individuals;
- Strong organizational and analytical skills;
- Consultative and customer focused attitude;
- Ability to manage staff.
Enquiries and further information: Ms Lusiani Biukoto Executive Officer Finance Section. Email: [email protected] Phone: (679) 32 32797
The position is available for a term of three (3) years and may be renewed by mutual agreement.
Salary Range
- FJ $ 43,645 to FJ $ 53,467 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 22 January 2023