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  • Posted: May 16, 2017
    Deadline: May 21, 2017
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    Starehe Girls Centre is a National boarding school that offers secondary education to financially disadvantaged girls from all Counties of Kenya. The school was founded in January 2005 as a charitable institution. It emulates the spirit of the much renowned Starehe Boys’ Centre. It caters for all the girls’ academic and social needs.
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    Bursar/Finance Officer

    Ref: SGC/BFO/1/2017 Bursar/Finance Officer

    Reports To:
    The Director/Management

    The successful candidate will oversee day to day management and supervision of the financial and accounting aspects of the Centre, while coordinating the development of the Centre’s budget, oversee implementation of policies and design internal controls to comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

    Key Responsibilities


    •    Preparing annual budget estimates of income and expenditure to  include  the preparation of financial budgets for the Centre in consultation with the                                           Director/Management/Board.
    •    Monitor budget allocations, income, expenditures, fund balances and related financial activities for the purpose of ensuring that accurate allocations, expenses are within                 budget limits and/or fiscal policies are followed. Besides, presenting regular variance reports to the Director/Management/Board
    •    Generate periodical financial reports on revenue, expenditure, cash management and cost projections for decision making and in accordance with the IAS.
    •    Advising on investments in consultation with the Director/Management/Board
    •    Coordinate external personnel including auditors, donor representatives and regulators.
    •    Preparing monthly payroll and remitting all statutory deductions (PAYE, NHIF, NSSF)
    •    Maintaining debtor and creditor ledger.
    •    Preparing financial appraisals of particular projects in terms of planning and cost evaluation.
    •    Advising on the financial implications of the charitable status of the Centre.
    •    Managing and evaluating accounting systems for the Centre to ensure accountability.
    •    Maintaining assets register.
    •    Acting as correspondent with donors and sponsors and being responsible for the accounts records and returns required with the Director’s approval.
    •    Facilitating the construction of new buildings, obtaining tenders, planning permission, liaison with Centre Director, management, architects and contractors.
    •    Ensure that the Centre is in compliance and duly follows public procurement oversight authority rules.
    •    Supervision of day to day running of the accounts office and Centre finances.
    •    Any other duties that maybe assigned by the Centre management.
     
    Key Qualifications/Experience

    •    Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or finance.
    •    CPA part III
    •    KCSE mean grade C+ (Plus) and above.
    •    At least 5 years progressive experience in the accounting and finance senior position.
    •    Work experience at an educational institution will be an added advantage.
    •    Experience in donor fund management will be an added advantage.
    •    Experience working with various ERPs.
    •    Technology savvy with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

    Key Competencies/Skills

    •    Attention to detail and accuracy
    •    Planning and organizing
    •    Good interpersonal and strong communication skills
    •    Problem analysis
    •    Judgment and problem-solving
    •    Supervisory skills

    Key Measurable Goals

    •    Timely provision of accurate reports and any other financial requirements in the day to day running of the Centre.
    •    Monthly trial balance and bank reconciliation.
    •    Quarterly financial report.
    •    Prudent petty cash management.
    •    Budget preparation and controls.
    •    High revenues in comparison to cost.
    •    Proactive, flexible and adaptable.

    Method of Application

    Send your application to hr@starehegirlscentre.co.ke

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