Senior Accountant at Kenya leather Development Council (KLDC)

Reporting to : Manager Finance & Accounts
Job Grade : KLDC 5
No of Posts : 01
Job Ref : KLDC/002/2021

Job Purpose:

The ideal candidate will assist in financial resources planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures implementation of accounting standards and systems for compliance including Enterprises Resources Planning (ERP) operations;
• Implements accounting policies, procedures, regulations and standards for operation and control purposes;
• Apply budgeted funds for operations and development as per budget allocation;
• Follow up on Audit matters including compilation of memorandum in respect of the Office of the Auditor General and the National Treasury;Coordinating the preparation of Financial reports and statements i.e quarterly and annually in compliance with IPSAS, PFM ACT 2012;
• Maintaining appropriate and up to date accounting records;
• Preparing management and statutory reports which include monthly expenditure returns, monthly bank reconciliations, revenue/AIA returns, Cash flow statements and final accounts;
• Providing advisory services to immediate supervisor on all financial and accounting matters in the Council;
• Development of supplementary financial regulations and procedures to enhance internal controls;
• Reviews vote book entries and undertake monthly variance analysis;
• Assists in supervision, mentoring and coaching of staff in the department; and
• Authorizes payments subject to set limits.

Job Specification:

For appointment to this grade a candidate must: -

• Have a minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience;
• Have a Bachelors Degree in Business Management (Accounting or Finance option) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Have passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination and OR equivalent.
• Be a member in good standing of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other recognized professional body;
• Be proficient in computer applications;
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and
• Show merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.