The Kenya Institute for Public Policy
Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) is a public policy research Institute
established to develop human and institutional capacities by undertaking
economic forecasting, policy analysis and research, and by contributing to the
formulation of medium and long-term strategic perspectives for the economic and
social development of Kenya.
Accountant
Duties
- Maintaining an up to date books of accounts;
- Preparing consolidated budgets of KIPPRA;
coordinating responses to audit queries;
- Processing KIPPRA payments and other
disbursements;
- Preparing monthly bank reconciliations,
balance sheet and schedule;
- Processing petty cash payments;
- Processing statutory deductions and returns;
- Filing and providing safe custody of all
accountable documents; and
- Ensuring compliance with established financial
accounting and management systems.
Key Requirements for Appointment
- Served for a minimum period of three (3) years
as Assistant Accountant or equivalent relevant experience; OR
- Bachelors Degree in Commerce
(Finance/Accounting options) or any other relevant qualification from a
recognized institution;
- Attained ACCA/Certified Public Accountant Part
II;
- Experience in using computerized Accounting
applications
- Experience in the use of Public Financial
Management Reporting Standards
Personal Attributes
- Excellent verbal and written communication
skills
- Adaptability
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet
deadlines
How to Apply
KIPPRA is an equal opportunity employer.
KIPPRA is an equal opportunity employer.
Female candidates and Persons with
Disability are encouraged to apply.
Applications to be addressed and
posted/hand delivered to:
The Executive Director KIPPRA
2nd Floor, Bishops Garden Towers,
Bishops Road
P. O. Box 56445, 00100,
Nairobi
Or e-mailed to:
careers@kippra.or.ke
Telephone: 254 20 4936000/0736
712724
Deadline for receipt of applications
is 19th February 2016 by 5.00 p.m.
