The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian nationals for the position below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.
Position: Corporate Accounting Manager
Contract: 3-years renewable contract
Location: Ibadan
Closing Date: 17 July, 2026
DUTIES:
- Contribute, prepare and monitor IITA budget and manage IITA’s centre budget including capital budget.
- Monitor inter-centre Accounting operations and prepare management reports.
- Manage compliance and proper implementation of approved software for use in Finance Directorate and stations of the Institute (Oracle Champion).
- Supports in the preparation of Institute’s Audited Financial Statement in accordance with IFRS.
- Prepare annual report, oversee Insurance functions, etc.
- Supervise the activities of staff of Advances and Expense Claims and Fixed Assets unit.
- Supervise the Fixed Asset Module and PPE schedule of the Financial Statements
- Supervise Finance Section of the Inventory Module, Freight Accounting process, asset disposal, account processes and manage all finance related online applications.
- Supervise annual assets verification and stock count.
- Review monthly and annual trial balance and ensure reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
- Perform any other job-related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Financial Controller and Chief Finance and Risk Officer.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
MSc/MBA in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any other related field with a minimum of fifteen (15) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment. Possession of ACA or ACCA is required.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must have:
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills, ensuring accuracy and sound decision-making.
- Proficient in Oracle ERP, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant computer applications.
- Goal-oriented, proactive, and results-driven, with high integrity, professionalism, and the ability to work collaboratively under pressure
Benefits
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Skills Required
- MSc or MBA in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field
- Minimum 15 years' experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment
- Possession of ACA or ACCA professional qualification
- Proficiency with Oracle ERP
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience preparing audited financial statements in accordance with IFRS
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills
- Nigerian national (eligible to work in Nigeria)
What We Do
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a non-profit agricultural research-for-development (R4D) organization and a member of the CGIAR Consortium. IITA is dedicated to transforming African agriculture through innovative science and sustainable solutions. Its mission focuses on food security, poverty reduction, and climate resilience by developing high-yielding, climate-smart crops, improving soil health, and enhancing agricultural value chains to empower farmers and communities across the continent.
