Deputy Finance Officer at Kenyatta University

Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, the Deputy Finance Officer will be in charge of the Revenue Management in the Finance department.

Responsibilities

• To prepare the accounts for all student income, Income generating activities and any other revenue items for reporting to management as may be required.
• To work with budget holders in developing long term financial forecasts and provide advice to budget managers across the University on technical accounting
• Prepare Annual University Budget by compiling departmental income and expenditure for control and management of the University resources.
• Review disbursement and utilization of donor funds and research grants to ensure compliance with existing regulations
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Masters’ Degree in Financial Management or any other relevant area from a recognized institution
• Bachelors’ Degree in Commerce, Business Management or equivalent from a recognized institution
• CPA (K) or the equivalent qualification
• At least five (5) years’ working experience as a Senior Finance Officer in a similar position 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.