AFRICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT
Africa Nazarene University (ANU) is a fully chartered, non-profit, Private Christian University and is a part of Network of 21 Higher Education Institutions sponsored by the Church of the Nazarene International, with a mission to provide a holistic education that develops individuals academically, spiritually, culturally, socially and physically, to equip them with an appropriate mix of skills, competencies and Christian values to enable them to go into the world well prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of their time.
The University seeks to
engage suitable and qualified candidates to serve in the following positions:
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT, BUDGET
AND FINAL ACCOUNTS – JOB REF: ANU/FIN/05/22
Job Purpose:
Responsible for
reviewing budget proposals and requests for funding, evaluating spending
needs, conducting cost-benefit analyses, and preparing financial
reports.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities
∙ Develop the
budget and final accounts section’s strategy, program, policy, procedures, plan
and guidelines
∙ Review budget
proposals and requests for funding, evaluating spending needs, conducting cost
benefit analyses, and examining them for completeness, accuracy, and
conformance with procedures and regulations
∙ Coordinate the
planning and development of operating budgets, in coordination with the
university faculty and department heads. Develop the Master Budget for the
university
∙ Consolidate
information from various sources including departmental input, operational
expenditure history, strategic projects to validate and recommend approval
of the Master Budget. Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the
approval or disapproval of funds requests ∙ Review availability of
funding and approve budget revisions and adjustments.
∙ Monitor and
analyze department’s budgets to ensure compliance.
∙ Prepare variance
analysis report between budgeted and actual financial results at the end of
each reporting period.
∙ Review and advise
the university on the financial viability/cost-benefit, and the relative
ranking of capital requests and special project/program proposals for
funding
∙ Prepare monthly,
quarterly, and annual financial reports in line with set
standards ∙ Advice the university management on tax affairs and
changes in tax laws. Ensure all taxes and statutory deductions are paid
and submitted within deadlines
∙ Provide direction
and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting
policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of financial
resources
∙ Review operating
budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
∙ Participate in
development and support implementation of the department’s performance
managementstrategies.
∙ Mentor, coach and
supervise subordinate staff.
∙ Any other duty
assigned.
Academic and
Professional Requirements:
∙ MBA, MSc in
Finance or equivalent
∙ Relevant
professional qualification e.g. CPA (K) or equivalent
∙ Member of a
relevant professional body in good standing
∙ Minimum of four
(4) years relevant experience.
∙ Experience in
external or internal audit engagement will be an added advantage.
Key Skills and
Experience
∙ Experienced
financial/accounting professional with 4+ years of post-qualification experience,
preferably working service industry/professional accounting firms
∙ Experience with
preparation of management accounts, financial reporting, and
budgeting ∙ Demonstrable experience in development and execution of
organization strategy and business plans ∙ Experience and proficiency
in the use of accounting software. ERP or MS Navision experience will be
an added advantage
∙ Competent
knowledge and use of MS office and general IT skills
Competencies
∙ Advanced numeracy
and analytical skills
∙ Good
interpersonal and Communication skills
∙ Good planning and
Organization skills
∙ Leadership and
fast-paced team player
∙ Problem analysis
and problem-solving skills
∙ Attention to
detail and accuracy
How to Apply
Suitably qualified
candidates are encouraged to apply through the email recruitment@anu.ac.ke not later
than 29th July 2022 enclosing an updated
Curriculum Vitae with details of current post, salary and other
financial benefits, testimonials, certified academic and professional
certificates, copy of National Identity Card, names and addresses of
three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer). Kindly
indicate job title and reference number in the subject of the email.
Onlyshortlisted candidates shall be contacted and will be required to provide
Clearance Certificates fromHigher Education Loans Board, Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission, Credit Reference Bureau, Kenya Revenue Authority,
and Criminal Investigation Department.
ANU is an equal
opportunity employer, and any canvassing shall lead to automatic
disqualification.
The
Vice-Chancellor
Africa Nazarene
University
P.O. Box 53067 –
00200
Nairobi
