The Council
of Legal Education is established under the Legal Education Act, No. 27 of 2012
of the Laws of Kenya (hereinafter the Council).
The core functions
of the Council are to regulate legal education and training in Kenya, license
legal education providers, supervise legal education providers; and advise the
Government on matters relating to legal education and training.
We seek to
recruit:-
Senior Accountant
Ref: CLE/HR11/14 CLE5
1 Position
Overall
purpose of the Job: Reporting to the Manager, Finance, Planning &
Administration the incumbent will be responsible for effective credit control
and debt management in order to ensure accurate and timely maintenance of
accounting records in accordance with prescribed financial policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure effective control and accountability on financial resources;
- Ensure accurate financial accounting systems and up to date records;
- Prepare cash flow projections and control cash disbursements;
- Ensure compliance with legislative and accounting standards;
- Ensure bank reconciliation;
- Approval of all financial disbursements in accordance with policy;
- Facilitate external and internal audits and ensure effective implementation of audit recommendations.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
and Personal Attributes
- Masters Degree in Finance or Economics from a recognized university;
- Full professional qualification in CPA-K or ACCA;
- Have a minimum of 6 years work experience in a busy accounting environment, 3 of which should be at management level;
- A team player and high level interpersonal skills;
- Must be computer literate;
Be of the
highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism and comply with the
requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.
Candidates
will be required to produce evidence of clearance by the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission, Kenya Revenue Authority, Credit Reference Bureau
and provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.
How to Apply
Competitive
remuneration package and benefits will be offered to the successful candidates.
All
applications should include the job reference number, a reliable email address,
day-time telephone contact and must be accompanied with a detailed curriculum
vitae and copies of relevant certificates.
Send your application to:-
The
Secretary/Chief Executive Officer
Council of
Legal Education
P. O. Box
829 - 00502
Karen,
Nairobi
So as to
reach him not later than 27th June, 2014
Please note
that:- Due to the high number of applications anticipated, it will not be
possible for us to respond to each application and Only shortlisted candidates
will, therefore, be contacted.
CLE is an
equal opportunity employer.
Women and
persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
