Assistant Director/ Manager, Finance & Accounts at National Heroes Council

Job Description

Reports to : Deputy Director Corporate Services

Tenure : 5 Years Renewable subject to performance and retirement age

• Developing and overseeing the implementation of a dynamic Finance strategy that is able to deliver exemplary services and results as envisioned in the strategic plan;
• Develop the Council’s budget and continuously monitor and evaluate its implementation;
• Giving oversight to the Council’s financial affairs and advise the Council on financial planning strategies and policies;
• Ensuring effective and efficient management of the Council’s resources including finances and other assets and liabilities;
• Ensuring the provision of meaningful, accurate and timely financial and management accounts and reports to the Director General and the Board;
• Negotiating with banks, donors and development partners for appropriate support;
• Participating in the development and review of the Corporation strategic plan;
• Ensuring compliance with Public Financial Management Act, IPSAS and IFRS and ISO Standards and other legal and regulatory policies;
• Reviewing the financial plans in line with the overall strategic objectives and government performance contract;
• Construct and monitor reliable internal control systems;
• Understanding and mitigating key elements of the corporation financial risk profile; and
• Overseeing the operations of Finance & Accounting divisions.

Requirements

• A Minimum of ten (10) years relevant work experience and at least three (3) in a senior management role in the Public Service;
• Bachelors Degree in either Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s Degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA,K) or its equivalent
• Membership and in good standing of a relevant professional body/Institution;
• Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications with emphasis on Financial Management Information Systems;
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.