The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Accountant II
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Job type: 3-years renewable contract
Responsibilities
- Process payments to foreign banks using Oracle Accounts Payable (AP) modules.
- Initiate fund transfers through various foreign bank account platforms.
- Respond to enquiries relating to foreign fund transfers and payment transactions.
- Provide support by relieving the Assistant Treasury Manager and Cashier in their absence.
- Reconcile overseas creditors/suppliers Accounts Payable (AP) balances.
- Maintain and reconcile prepayment schedules with appropriate supporting documentation across stations and headquarters.
- Prepare imprest reimbursement for IITA stations, including IITA Limited.
- Reconcile clearing accounts and ensure accurate recognition of bank charges.
Requirements
- B.Sc / HND in Finance and Accounting or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
- Possession of ACA or ACCA is an added advantage.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must have:
- Sound knowledge and practical experience in Oracle EBS.
- Proficiency in the use of international banking platforms.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as a team player.
- Honest, dependable, and result-oriented personality.
- Pleasant personality with good communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet set targets and deadlines.
Application Closing Date
12th June, 2026.
More Information
- Job City Ibadan, Oyo
