FINANCE OFFICER – Fiji National University

Background:

To operate effectively as part of a team of technical, administrative, and academic colleagues to facilitate the department services that ensure the smooth and efficient flow of the University’s business and operations through consultations with the Manager/ Director. The Officer is responsible to perform day to day operations of the department.

More specifically, the incumbent is responsible for the operations, processes, and procedures and carrying out duties assigned relevant to his/her position. The specific tasks will be assigned by your immediate Supervisor.

Person Specification:

Essential

· At least a recognized Degree in Accounting and Information Systems and a minimum of two years of relevant work experience. Candidates with a higher academic qualification in the relevant field will also be considered.

Desirable

· Must have work experience in the field of auditing.

· Preference will be given to candidates with Audit and Procurement experience.

· Excellent organizing, planning, implementing, and coordinating skills.

· Proven ability to multi-task.

· High attention to detail.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving time management, negotiation, and administrative skills.

· Significant experience in providing administration functions in a fast-moving environment.

· Self-starter able to prioritize and manage a diverse and demanding workload within tight deadlines.

· Ability to deal with sensitive information in a confidential manner.

· Effective communication skills, both in writing and in person