South Eastern Kenya University invites applications from suitable, qualified candidates to fill the following positions:
ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS:
FINANCE, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
Finance Department
Finance Officer
Grade 15
Responsible to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance, Planning and Development for the following functions:
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Implementation of an adequate accounting system as a means of
maintaining sound financial records which must recognize, calculate, classify,
post summaries and report transactions.
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Implementation of an effective system of internal control of
orderly and efficient conduct of business including adherence to University
policies, the safe guarding of assets, the prevention of fraud and errors, the
accuracy and timely submission of annual financial statements and accounts.
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Training and development of accounting staff in the department.
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Timely production of the University budgets and financial
management reports.
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The management of the University investments in accordance with
the University Act.
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Coordinate Staff performance Appraisals in the Finance
Department.
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Efficient organization and management of Expenditure, Salaries
& Wages, Budgetary Control, Reconciliation, Students Finance, Cash Office,
Personal Claims, University farms, Schools & Revenues, Income Generation
Units and Research Funds.
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Perform any other duties that may be assigned to him/her by the
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance Planning and Development or Vice Chancellor from
time to time.
Requirements for appointment
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PhD degree in Finance/Accounting or its equivalent
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A registered member of ICPAK.
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Practical knowledge of ICT accounting packages is mandatory.
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Proficiency in ERP modules.
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CPA (K)
OR
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Master of Business Adminstration (Finance/Accounting option) or
its equivalent
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CPA (K).
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Fifteen (15) years experience, three (3) at the level of Deputy
Finance Officer Grade 14 or its equivalent.
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A registered member of ICPAK.
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Practical knowledge of ICT accounting packages is mandatory.
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Proficiency in ERP modules.
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Have outstanding professional competence in Financial
Management.
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Demonstrated high administrative capabilities.
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Compliant with Chapter Six of the Constitution.
NOTE:
South Eastern Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer.
Women and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Shortlisted candidates will be required to have current
clearance certificates from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC),
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Criminal
Investigation Department (CID) and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applications, in ten (10) copies, should be addressed to:
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration and Human Resource
Management
South Eastern Kenya University
P.O. BOX 170-90200,
KITUI.
So as to be received on or before Friday, 5th March, 2021.
SEKU is an equal opportunity employer
Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Duly shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will
lead to automatic disqualification.
