Principal Accountant
ADVERT
NO. EXT/ 10/05/2023
SCALE
KW4 – (1 POST)
Duties and
responsibilities at this level will entail:
Coordinating management accounting and
preparation of final accounts and statements;
Ensuring timely and proper bank
reconciliation;
Interpreting regulations of the
Institute pertaining to financial control and management;
Timely and accurate preparation of
quality management reports;
Coordinating preparation of budgets
based on work plans;
Ensuring provision of accurate timely
reliable financial information as well as timely submission of annual financial
statements of accounts;
Interpretation of financial policies
for sound accounting principles, practices and control and management of
corporate tax, VAT and other statutory deductions.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this scale, a candidate must meet the following requirements:
Served in the scale of Senior
Accountant or in a comparable and relevant position in a reputable organization
for a minimum period of four (4) years;
Have a Master’s degree in any of the
following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or their
equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce
(Accounting or Finance option) and passed Part III of Certified Public
Accountants (K) Examination or its recognized equivalent;
Registered with the Institute of
Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and the Registration of
Accountants Board (RAB);
Senior Management Course lasting not
less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
Be proficient in computer applications
including Accounts related packages;
Shown merit and ability as reflected
in work performance and results;
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6
of the Constitution.
How to Apply
Full details of the job descriptions and requirements for
appointments can be accessed through the link https://kewi.go.ke/careers
Interested candidates who meet the requirements of KW2,
KW3 and KW4 positions should submit soft copies of their application(s)
with detailed CV and testimonials to the email address: gc@kewi.or.ke while
KW5, KW6, KW7, KW8 and KW9 positions should submit soft copies of their
application(s) with detailed CV and testimonials to the email address: recruitment@kewi.or.ke
Hard copies to be sent or hand-delivered to KEWI
Headquarters located along Ole Shapara Avenue South C, Nairobi by 30th May,
2023
Applications for KW2, KW3 and KW4 positions should be
addressed to:
The
Chairperson
Kenya Water Institute
Governing Council
P.O Box 60013-00200
Nairobi
In addition to the above indicated requirements,
applicants will be required to meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of
the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.
The following clearances will be required from successful candidates upon offer
of job and not at the application stage.
Certificate of Good Conduct;
Clearance from the Ethics and Anti –
Corruption Commission;
Certificate of Compliance from the
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax
Compliance Clearance; and
Certificate of Clearance from the
Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
KEWI is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all
qualified persons; including Women, Persons living with Disability and
persons from Minority groups to apply. Only successful candidates shall be
contacted for interviews.
THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
KENYA WATER INSTITUTE
