Margaret Lawrence University | Excellence in Galilee

Margaret Lawrence University | Excellence in Galilee
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Bursary Department
Internal & External Vacancy Announcement
Margaret Lawrence University, Abuja, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following strategic positions.
1. Chief Accounting Officer
Abuja Campus
Full Time
Qualifications & Experience
A good honours degree in Accounting or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
Full professional qualification such as ICAN or ACCA is mandatory.
Minimum of 10–15 years cognate experience, preferably in a university or similar tertiary institution.
Strong leadership, supervisory, and managerial skills.
Sound knowledge of public sector accounting, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic financial leadership and advice to University Management and Council
Oversee revenue generation, expenditure control, and investment activities
Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and audit requirements
Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and university policies.
Overall supervision and coordination of the Accounts/Bursary Department.
Preparation and monitoring of budgets and financial statements.
2. Principal Account Officer
Abuja Campus
Full Time
Qualifications & Experience
A good honours degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
Professional qualification (ICAN/ACCA) is required.
Minimum of 8–10 years relevant work experience.
Good knowledge of accounting systems, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Assisting in budgeting, financial planning, and reporting.
Ensure proper maintenance of books of accounts
Prepare financial statements and management reports
Support internal and external audit processes
Supervising and mentoring junior accounting staff.
Monitoring expenditures and ensuring proper financial documentation.
3. Senior Account Officer
Abuja Campus
Full Time
Qualifications & Experience
A good honors degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
Part or full professional accounting qualification is an added advantage.
Minimum of 4–6 years relevant experience.
Proficiency in accounting software and financial record management.
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers.
Processing payments, receipts, and bank reconciliations.
Assisting in the preparation of periodic financial reports.
4. Administrative Assistant (AA)
Abuja Campus
Full Time
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Administration, Secretarial Studies, or a related field.
Proven experience as an Administrative Assistant, Secretary, or in a similar role.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Job Responsibilities
Providing administrative and secretarial support to the office.
Provide administrative and clerical support to assigned unit/department.
Managing correspondence, phone calls, and official emails.
Scheduling appointments, meetings, and maintaining office calendars.
Preparing reports, memos, and other official documents.
Maintaining proper filing systems for documents and records.
Assisting in the coordination of meetings and taking minutes when required.
Handling general office duties and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter, detailed curriculum vitae, and copies of relevant credentials to the email
[email protected]
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Closing Date: April 15, 2026.
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