Assistant Accountant Job in Kenya

Assistant Accountant
GRADE 9/10
Chuka University, the 9th Public University to be established in Kenya and the second Public University to be charted, located in serene breathtaking scenery 186 Kms from Nairobi, invites suitably qualified, highly competent and self-driven candidates to fill the following Teaching and Non-Teaching Vacancies.

Requirements

·         Must have Bachelor’s degree in Commerce( Accounting option) or its equivalent and CPA part 3
·         Should have excellent computer skills and demonstrate good working knowledge of accounting packages and financial systems
·         Should show exemplary work performance
·         Must have 2 years’ work experience as a Senior Accounts Assistant

Duties

·         Prepare financial reports.
·         Maintain accountable documents (Register)
·         Maintain and update Assets Register.
·         Should undertake the preparation of cash books and bank reconciliation statements.
·         Ensures the remittance of all statutory deductions as per the la
·         Preparation of quarterly reports
·         Consolidation of Departmental Budgets
·         Maintenance of students financial records
·         Processing of Lecturers claims.
·         Any other duties that may be assigned by immediate supervisor.
How to Apply
Applicants MUST meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on leadership and integrity and will be required to produce clearance/compliance certificates from the following agencies:
·         Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission(EACC)
·         Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
·         Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
·         Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
·         Directorate of Criminal Investigation(DCI)
Interested applicants are advised to visit Chuka University website www.chuka.ac.ke for the conditions for eligibility, requirements and other details for all the positions
Method of Application:
Applicants must submit ten (10) copies of application letters giving details of their age, Education and professional
qualifications, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s day telephone and email address, and enclosing duly certified copies of certificates and testimonials and giving names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicants competence accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Applicants should request their referees to write and submit their confidential recommendation letters on their behalf directly to the undersigned. The name and the reference number of the position for which application is made should be clearly indicated on the envelope.
Applications should reach the undersigned not later than Thursday 21st December, 2017
Vice-Chancellor
Chuka University
P.O. Box 109-60400
Chuka
Chuka University is an equal opportunity employer. Physically Challenged People are encouraged to apply.