Internal Auditor and Management Accountant Jobs


Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence, supports teamwork and nurtures a high performance culture? 

KCA University is a dynamic private business university committed to quality  service and ethical practices. 

KCA University invites applications from qualified candidates to fill the  following positions.

1. Internal Auditor

Purpose:

To assist the Internal Audit Director to ensure proper internal controls are in place.

Duties and responsibilities:
  • Develop audit schedules and plans;
  • Undertaking audits - both financial and systems audits in accordance with annual audit plans ;
  • Making recommendations on improvements to areas of weakness;
  • Follow up on implementation to improve internal controls;
  • Provide support to developing strong internal controls;
  • Preparation of Audit status reports to the Audit & Governance Committee
  • Perform periodic review of the fixed assets register;
  • Review year end inventory balances in preparation for the annual external audit ;and
  • Assist the Internal Audit Director in managing the Risk Management Committee.
Academic Qualification
  • Bachelors degree in Commerce / Accounts / related field Professional Qualification
  • CPA (K)/ ACCA; qualification in CISA / CIA would be an added advantage Experience
  • 3 to 4 years work experience with at least 1 year in a similar capacity level in a busy environment
Other skills
  • Good organization, interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Ability to guide others / Assistants doing similar work;
  • Good analytical skills; and
  • Experience in resolving conflicts.
2. Management Accountant

Purpose of the Job:

Manage the general ledger and ensure accuracy and completeness of data and ensure
timely preparation of management reports for decision making.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and ad-hoc management reports and accounts;
  • Consolidate University’s Budget;
  • Develop costing models and fees schedules;
  • Stock taking – monthly / annually;
  • Maintain the fixed assets register;
  • Advise on cash flow projections;
  • Prepare University financial forecasts;
  • Participate in departmental risk identification and management;
  • Supervise and coordinate the activities of the section;
  • Implement financial policies and procedures in the section; and
  • Oversee budgetary controls and update budget holder on the status of their departmental budgets.
Academic Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Commerce / Accounts / related field
Professional Qualification
  • Professional qualification in relevant field ex: CPA-K / ACCA
Experience
  • 5 to 6 years relevant work experience
Other skills
  • Prior experience guiding a unit / others doing similar work;
  • Ability to supervise a team and deliver well under pressure and meet deadlines;
  • Time management skills and attention to detail;
  • Good report writing skills; and
  • Analytical skills.
To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter indicating current and desired salary, a detailed CV, and 3 work references via email to hr@kca.ac.ke so as to be received not later than 18th May, 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

A competitive package will be offered for the right candidates.

The Director, Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.O Box 56808-00200,
Nairobi.