Principal Accountant at United States International University Africa (USIU)

Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the successful candidate will be responsible for management of the Accounts Receivables Section and the Credit Control Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and updating of students accounts;
• Billing student accounts with various charges and prepare a debtors aging report every month;
• Preparation of revenue reconciliation for student fees and other student revenues;
• Posting and reconciliation of Student Financial Aid accounts;
• Making credit arrangement sponsors, guardians and student for payment of fees;
• Responding to students and sponsor queries on account balances;
• Management of student exchange and other programs e.g. International Student Exchange Programs, KUCCPS, HELB, etc.
• Financial clearance-to facilitate access to course text and university facilities;
• Students’ hold management;
• Ensure robust internal controls and adherence to university policies;
• Preparation of audit schedules and ensure reconciliation student ledger accounts at the end of the financial year;
• Supervising accountants to ensure timely reporting;
• Supervising the Credit Controller to ensure collections are optimized each semester.

Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

• A graduate degree in Business in Finance or Accounting from an accredited university;
• An undergraduate degree in Finance or Accounting from an accredited university;
• Certified Public Accountant (K) Finalist;
• Membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya ( ICPAK);
• At least 5 years’ relevant working experience.

Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• Confidentiality and Integrity;
• Proficiency In Computer Applications;
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Relationship Builder & Effective Negotiator;
• Good Communication Skills;
• Self-Motivated;
• Attention to Detail;
• Adaptability and Reliability