Finance Officer
GRADE 15
This is a senior position in the
University and the Finance Officer will work under the direction of the Deputy
Vice-Chancellor (Administration, Finance, Planning and Development).The
successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial, accounting,
administrative and personnel services to meet legislative requirements and
support University operations.
Requirements
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Must have Masters or its equivalent
in relevant field
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Must have Bachelor of Commerce
(Accounting option)
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Must have CPA (K)
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Must be a registered member of ICPAK
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Must have 3 years’ experience as a
Deputy Finance Officer grade 14 or equivalent in a busy organization
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Must have Computer skills including
ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet and word-processing.
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Knowledge of ERP and specifically
Management Information System and accounting software would be an added
advantage
Duties
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The Finance officer reports to the
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (AFPD) and is responsible for the supervision and
management of all administrative and operational functions of the office of
Finance Officer
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Responsible for the administration
and monitoring of the financial system in order to ensure that the University
finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner.
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Responsible for effective
co-ordination and implementation of all financial policies and procedures
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Responsible for adherence to the
International Financial reporting standards( IFRS)
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Ensure the maintenance of effective
accounting systems in the University in line with the generally accepted
accounting principles (GAAP).
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Responsible for the developing and
managing reliable cash flow projection process.
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Liaise with Government and other
agencies on all University financial matters.
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In-charge of financial and personnel
matters in the department.
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Responsible for the coordination and
generation of financial reports.
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Responsible for compliance with all
relevant laws on financial matters.
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Ensure transactions are properly
recorded and accurately entered into the computerized accounting system.
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Responsible for formulation and
implementation of the departmental strategic plan.
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Responsible for the preparation and
submission of the university budget to Management and University Council.
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Ensures that the University
Computerized accounting system, financial files and records are well maintained
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Responsible for the submission of the
University end year financial statements and accounts to University Council and
Kenya National Audit Office.
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Monitors and advises University
Management and the Council on the University cash reserves and investments.
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Coordinates preparation and
reconciliation of monthly bank statements reports
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Advise University Management and
Council on all financial matters.
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Establish employees files in the
computerized accounting system
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Oversees computation of employees’
salaries, statutory and any other deductions and contributions and remit the
same to statutory bodies
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Performs other duties and
responsibilities assigned by the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of
Administration, Finance, Planning and Development.
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:
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Ethics and Anti-Corruption
Commission(EACC)
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Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
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Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
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Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
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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.
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.Chuka University
P.O. Box 109-60400
Chuka
