Kirinyaga University College –Finance officer job.

Kirinyaga University College (KYUC), was established by Legal Order No. 108 of August, 2011 as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.

The University College aims at becoming a world class university in training, research, technology and innovation for development.

The University College invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons with excellent academic credentials to fill the following position:

Finance Officer

Grade 15

KYUC/FO/001/6/14

Job Summary: The successful candidate will be answerable to the Principal through Deputy Principal (A,P&D) and will be responsible for the day to day management of the Finance Department.

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Advising the University College Management on all financial matters;
• Overall formulation and implementation of the finance strategy for the department
• He/she will be responsible for financial planning, accounting and control of University College funds;
• Implementation of an effective system of internal control;
• Developing, reviewing, co-ordinating and implementing of accounting services and systems;
• Efficient organization and management of Finance sections including expenditure, salaries and wages, budgetary control, student finance, personal claims, revenue generation, examination and cash office;
• Ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and external financial reporting requirements;
• Liaising with and execution of external audits;
• Timely submission of management reports and annual financial statements;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Deputy Principal (A,P&D) and the Principal.

Requirements

Applicants should;

• Have a Degree in either Accounting , Finance, Economics or equivalent from a recognized university, CPA(K) and a Masters in a relevant field;
• Have eleven (11) years of relevant experience the last five (5) years of which should be at the level of Chief Accountant or equivalent position.
• Have proven knowledge and work experience in computerized accounting system (ACCPAC, SUN ERP System)
• Be a registered member of ICPAK or an equivalent accounting body;
• Have demonstrated outstanding qualities for co-ordination, leadership and organizational capabilities at management level;
• Be familiar with all aspects of Public Finance such as Budgeting, Project Accounting, Student Finance and Fixed Asset Management;
• Be team builder with excellent and demonstrable leadership, analytical and communication skills;
• Holders of PhD in relevant field will have an added advantage.

Terms and conditions of service: The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the existing terms and conditions of service.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit six (6) copies of applications giving details of the educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.

Enclose certified copies of certificates and testimonials giving names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and areas of specialization, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and a copy of most recent letter of appointment.

Interested applicants should send the applications to the undersigned, quoting the reference number for the job applied for so as to be received on or before 25th June, 2014.

In addition applicants for the post of Registrar (AA) and Finance Officer should request their referees to write directly to the undersigned.

The Principal
Kirinyaga University College
P. O. Box 143-10300
Kerugoya

Kirinyaga University College is an equal opportunity employer therefore applicants of either gender and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply