Finance and Administration Manager at Makueni County Public Service Board

Job Description

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, IRRIGATION LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT

JOB GROUP P
Terms of Service: 3 years Contract
Salary: Kshs. 87,360 x 3,190 — 90,550 x 4,490 — 95,040 x 4,860 — 99,900 x 5,010 — 104,910 x 5,240 — 110,150 x 5,500 — 115,650 x 5,780 — 121,430 p.m.

Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the CEO, the main duties and responsibilities of the Finance and Administration Manager will be to:

• Ensuring sound financial and accounting procedures, principles and controls;
• Implementing computerized financial information systems;
• Interpreting financial reports, statements and accounting records;
• Developing and implementing financial management policies, systems and procedures aimed at improving financial reporting and accounting;
• Planning and coordinating timely preparation of annual work plans and budget estimates;
• Coordinating ISO processes and compliance;
• Providing strategic direction in the Finance, Administration and Planning functions of the Authority;
• Working closely with the Management team and advising on financial implications of the proposed actions;
• Monitoring effective implementation of the Financial, Human Resource and Accounting strategy;
• Acquiring and implementing Financial Management Information Systems to improve performance;
• Oversee Resource Mobilization for the Authority; 12) Ensuring adherence to contractual agreements; and
• Performing any other duty as may be assigned from time to time by the CEO.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) minimum aggregate C+ (Plus) or its equivalent qualification;
• Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting & Administration or its equivalent from a University recognized in Kenya;
•  A Master's degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage;
• Be a member in good standing of a professional body such as: ICPAK and/or ACCA;
• Be an independent proactive leader with confidence and high integrity,
• At least seven (7) years of experience in Financial Management, Administration, Human Resource Management, Finance and Accounting, three (3) of which should have been ina Senior Management position.
• Have demonstrated professional administrative capabilities and initiative in the general organization and management of a public/private organization;
• Proficiency in application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT);
• Have a good understanding of the Public Service Financial, Accounting, Administrative and Human Resource management;
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft office; 12) Strong interpersonal and communication skills; 13) Attention to details and a team player;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.