Chief Finance Officer at Kenyatta University

Job Details

Kenyatta University seeks to recruit competent and dedicated applicants to fill up the following positions:

Reporting to the Vice Chancellor and Deputy Vice Chancellor ( Finance & Development ) , the

Chief Finance Officer will oversee, coordinate and provide strategic guidance on financial management and accounting services through implementation of University Financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Be the head of the Finance Department in the University and ensure it has all the required Human Resource and non-human resources to operate optimally.
• Ensure preparation and timely submission of annual University Budget and Estimates as per the government timelines.
• Formulate and oversee the implementation of financial policies and strategies in the University.
• Coordinate response to audit queries emanating from to external and internal auditors to ensure compliance with public Audit Act.
• Offer guidance on periodic financial analysis of the University and produce financial statements and reports as may be required by stakeholders from time to time.
• Establish internal controls for the University to safeguard its finances and assets.
• Ensure prudent investment of University public funds in line with legal guidelines.
• In liason with the other relevant departments oversee management of all University financial commitment.

Qualifications

• Masters’ Degree in Financial Management or equivalent from a registered and recognized institution
• Bachelors’ Degree in Commerce, Business Management or equivalent from a registered and recognized institution
• CPA (K) or the equivalent qualification
• Registered member of ICPAK with good standing
• At least seven (7) years’ working experience as a Senior Finance Manager at a similar level in a reputable organization
• Must pass the integrity test as required by Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya
• Knowledge of IFMIS will be an added advantage

Additional Skills / Requirements:

• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Leadership skills
• Team building skills
• Negotiation skills.
• Conflict Management skills
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Terms of Service

The terms for the above position includes a two (2) year performance based renewable contract, a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance.