Reports to: Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration, Finance & HR)
Requirements for appointment to this position:
Must be a committed Christian;
Must be a holder of CPA(K);
A Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or its equivalent from a recognized University;
Five (5) years of relevant work experience;
Must be a registered member of ICPAK or an equivalent professional body;
Practical knowledge of ICT in a relevant area is mandatory; and
Proven numerical competence, mentorship and supervision skills.
Duties and responsibilities:
The Finance Officer is answerable to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration, Finance and HR) for overall accounting and financial functions of a large section. The holder of this post will be responsible for;
The organization structure of the accounting and finance unit that facilitate communication, delegation of authority and scope of responsibility and segregation of duties;
Implementation of an adequate accounting system as ameans of maintaining sound financial records, which mustrecognize, classify, post summarize and report transactions;
Overall operation and supervision of finance function in system;
Maintenance of high accounting standards and integrity within the department;
Budget preparations;
Posting of data into ACCPAC accounting software;
Assist Finance Officer in implementing the financial policies; and
Supervision and development of staff in the department; and
Any other duties as assigned by the Vice-Chancellor.
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Interested and qualified candidates are advised to send ten (10) hard copies of their applications to the address below. The applicants are asked to contact their referees to write recommendation to the University on sealed envelopes before the deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.The Vice-Chancellor,
Kenya Highlands University,
P.O. Box 123 – 20200
KERICHO.Applications to be received on or before Friday, August 9th 2024 At 17hrs
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