Director, Finance at JKUAT Enterprises Limited

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the development and implementation of financial and accounting policies, strategies, plans and guidelines.
• Develop and implement an effective accounting management system and procedures aimed at improving the banking and collection of funds.
• Provide strategic leadership and advise staff on policy matters relating to compliance with statutory financial requirements.
• Oversee the interpretation and implementation of government policies and circulars relating to the management of funds.
• Direct the preparation of tax returns and ensure compliance with periodic statutory requirements.
• Advise the Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors on effective strategies for minimising tax liability.
• Develop and implement effective financial management systems and procedures.
• Oversee the development and implementation of computerised accounting information systems.
• Interpret financial and accounts reports and statements.
• Interpret government financial policies.
• Ensure the efficient allocation and utilisation of financial resources.
• Oversee the formulation of the Commission’s annual estimates.
• Coordinate resource mobilisation for funding the Commission’s activities and programmes.
• Oversee the management of financial information.
• Coordinate and rationalise estimates, annual appropriation and fund accounts, cash-flow control and cost analysis.
• Oversee the commitment of funds and expenditure trends.
• Develop and implement financial management systems and strategies to improve financial reporting and accounting in accordance with government financial policies.
• Liaise with the Ministry of Finance/Treasury, the Auditor-General’s Department and other relevant government bodies on the interpretation and application of financial and accounting regulations.
• Implement stringent expenditure-control procedures.
• Oversee the proper maintenance, storage and security of financial and accounting documents.
• Oversee the preparation of the budget.
• Manage risks associated with the finance and accounting function and advise on appropriate mitigation measures.
• Represent the Commission in finance and accounts matters through stakeholder engagements and forums.
• Oversee the proper maintenance, storage and security of financial and accounting documents to ensure that they are properly filed, secured and readily accessible.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Economics, Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option), or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Must be professionally qualified in Accounting and hold CPA (K), or an equivalent qualification.
• At least fifteen (15) years’ cumulative experience, three (3) of which must have been at senior management level.
• Membership in a relevant professional body and be in good standing.
• Demonstrated track record in the successful implementation of financial strategies and systems.
• Strong financial and people-management skills.
• Strong strategy development and execution skills.
• Strong planning and coordination skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to make critical and timely decisions in a highly sensitive environment.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Certificate in Computer Applications.
• A leadership and management course lasting not less than two (2) weeks.