Senior Accountant At Kibabii University College

KIBU/ADM/12/2024
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
Master's degree in any of the following disciplines:- Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines:- Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting or Finance option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Served in the grade of Accountant I Grade AD 12 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Passed CPA III /ACCA III from a recognized institution;
Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage;
Be a member of recognized professional body in good standing; and
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-
Interpreting, advising and coordinating implementation of government financial policies, regulations and procedures;
Spearheading the formulation and review of financial management and accounting procedures;
Preparing annual financial statements and quarterly reports;
Ensuring compliance with public sector and donor financial reporting guidelines;
Preparing and implementation of financial manuals and procedures;
Authorizing payments;
Ensuring compliance with expenditure limits;
Reviewing the applications of accounting standards and systems;
Monitoring and ensuring timely production of management and statutory financial reports;
Instituting accounting and internal control procedures;
Formulating financial management procedures;
Ensuring that all donor and government grants are accounted for appropriately;
Preparing, planning and coordinating external audit; and
Approving all correcting journal entries prepared by accountants.