Chief Finance Officer Grade 15 (1 Post) - EU/AFP/2024 – 1008
Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications and requirements:
Must have a Master's degree in finance or related field
Must have a Bachelor's degree in finance or related field.
Must be Certified Public Accountant (CPA -K) or its equivalent
Must be a member of a relevant professional body and in good standing.
Must have ten (10) years relevant work experience, five (5) of which must be at senior level
Must be computer literate
Meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution (documents will be required for those shortlisted).
Duties and Responsibilities:
In-Charge of the department.
Responsible for effective co-ordination and implementation of all financial policies.
Responsible for adherence to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Liaise with government and other agencies on all University financial matters.
In-Charge of financial and personnel matters in the department
Responsible for the coordination and generation of financial reports
Responsible for compliance with all relevant laws on financial matters.
Ensure the maintenance of effective accounting systems in the university in line with the
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Responsible for formulation and implementation of the departmental strategic plan.
Responsible for the submission of the university budget to university council and the government.
Responsible for the submission of the university end of year financial statements and accounts to university council and Kenya National Audit.
Advice University Management and Council on all financial matters.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
Terms The incumbent shall hold office on a contract period of five (5) years and eligible for reappointment for a further one term subject to satisfactory performance in accordance with terms and conditions of service as approved by the Council from time to time.