Financial Services

Accountant I

Christopher University·Ogun, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
Financial ServicesFull TimeOnsite
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Location: Mowe, Ogun

Department: Bursary

Requirements

  • Candidate must possess a B.Sc. or HND in Accounting with 3 - 6 years post-qualification cognate experience respectively.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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Send your CV along with a cover letter torecruitment@christopheruniversity.edu.ng

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Company

Christopher University

Location

Ogun, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Onsite

Experience

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Not specified

Created

October 8, 2026

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