Chief Executive Officer

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The CEO is responsible for providing strategic leadership, overseeing the Institute’s operations, ensuring financial sustainability, and driving initiatives to enhance professional development, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements:

A bachelor’s or master’s degree, or equivalent professional qualification in Accountancy, Finance, Banking, Business Administration, or related field. A qualified Chartered Accountant, recognized by MIA or another professional accountancy body would be an added advantage.

A proven leadership portfolio with at least 15 years of experience in senior leadership roles.

The candidate must exhibit a high degree of maturity and professionalism; given the seniority of the role, applicants are expected to be at least 45 years of age to align with the position’s leadership and strategic demands.

In-depth knowledge of both local and international accounting profession issues.

Strong networking skills with government organizations, accounting bodies, and private institutions.

Strategic thinking with excellent business acumen and analytical skills.

High level of integrity, energy, and resourcefulness.

Responsibilities:

Reports directly to the MIA’s President, with overall responsibility for all strategic and operational activities related to the Institute's daily operations.

Accountable for both the governance and development of the Institute, overseeing operational and strategic aspects.

Develops and implements strategic goals and objectives in alignment with the Institute’s mission and values.

Leads, monitors, and manages MIA’s performance against set standards and targets, including operational efficiency, cost control, revenue generation, legal compliance, and human resources management.

Maintains and enhances the credibility of the accountancy profession with government organizations, the financial community, the media, and the public.