Senior Accountant - The Kenya Episcopal Conference - Catholic Secretariat, Nairobi

Senior Accountant at The Kenya Episcopal Conference - Catholic Secretariat in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

The Kenya Episcopal Conference - Catholic Secretariat wishes to announce the following vacant position:

Senior Accountant

• Ensure proper financial management, reporting, and administration of health related projects and compliance with donor agreements
• Ensure compliance with donor/partner funding regulations in all Health Facilities where projects are implemented
• To ensure adherence to generally accepted accounting standards and principles

For more information go to jobs and careers on www.catholicchurch.or.ke

Applications should be addressed to:-

Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.

Or hr@catholicchurch.or.ke

To reach him on or before September 21st 2011

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Senior Accountant - Multinational, Mombasa

Senior Accountant at a Multinational in Mombasa - Kenyan Jobs

A well established ISO certified multinational company in Mombasa seeks to recruit highly competent individuals to fill the following vacancies arising from its business expansion:

Senior Accountant

1 Position

Reporting to GM Finance, incumbent will be in charge of daily operations of the accounts section.

Requirements:

• B.Com Degree from a reputable university plus CPA (K)/ACCA.
• Minimum 10-15 years experience, preferably in a manufacturing (roofing company)
• Must have adequate knowledge and experience in use of ERP software;
• Previous experience in handling freight and shipping accounts desirable;
• Must be a person of high integrity and committed to high ethical standards and uphold company policies.
• Must be very sharp in thinking with excellent communication skills;
• Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality;
• Computer (Ms Word/Excel/Powerpoint) and can adopt to new accounting softwares
• Membership to a professional body.

Highly competitive salary and benefits will be offered to the most suitable candidate.

Updated CVs, a covering letter with contacts of 3 referees be send to esmakau@gmail.com , not later than 20th September 2011.

Accountants - Multinational, Mombasa

Accountants at a Multinational in Mombasa - Kenyan Jobs

A well established ISO certified multinational company in Mombasa seeks to recruit highly competent individuals to fill the following vacancies arising from its business expansion:

Accountants

2 positions


Requirements:

• BCom Degree from a reputable university or CPA (K)/ACCA.
• Minimum 5 - 8 years experience, preferably in a manufacturing (roofing company)
• Must have adequate knowledge and experience in use of ERP software;
• Previous experience in handling insurance claims desirable;
• High integrity and fast learner
• Ability to maintain utmost confidentiality

Highly competitive salary and benefits will be offered to the most suitable candidate.

Updated CVs, a covering letter with contacts of 3 referees be send to esmakau@gmail.com , not later than 20th September 2011.

Grants Accountants - Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS), Nairobi

Grants Accountants at the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organisation created by the Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya of 21st December 1965.

Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

KRCS has been appointed the Principal Recipient (PR) for Global Fund (GF) Round 10 HIV Grant. It is in this respect that the Society has set up the Global Fund Programme Management Unit (GF PMU).

The unit is looking for qualified persons to fill the following position:

Position Title: Grants Accountants

3 Positions

Reporting to: Grants Manager

Job Location: KRCS Headquarters

Overall Purpose

• Reporting to the Grants Manager, the Grants Accountant will be responsible for effective planning, budgeting, implementing and evaluating accounting operations including management of the GF funds and monitoring the income against budget to ensure that all income variances are identified and investigated in a timely way and management of creditors.
• S/He will manage bank reconciliations, updating and producing cash flow forecasts, according to income received and expenditure committed and reporting the monthly cash flow position, maintaining an updated billing system, handling credit balances as well as creating a cost-effective recovery system.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the annual budgets and plans aimed at operationalising programmes and projects activities
• Contribute to the review and update of accounting policies and procedures through direct analysis of new and existing financial accounting systems and procedures to increase efficiency and to ensure compliance with standard accounting principles and procedures, regulations and statutory requirements
• Coordinate receipts and disbursement, banking, protection and custody of funds, securities and financial instruments to ensure that the income recorded on the ledger is accurate and robust as well as follow up on unbilled income
• Advise management on reallocation of undisbursed funds to maximize on interest in line with policy directives
• Monitor the GF Programme income against budget and ensure that all income variances are identified and investigated in a timely way
• Monitor bank balances on a daily and periodic basis in order to produce cash flow forecasts according to income received and expenditure committed, also recommend appropriate action in the event of cash flow variances
• Ensure that the cash flow forecasts are compiled according to current best practice and are produced on a one year rolling basis.
• Liaise with auditors and ensure all requested information is supplied in a timely manner and that all relevant audit recommendations are implemented
• Manage banking relationships and highlight any issues to the Grants Manager.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary work teams to develop, implement and evaluate strategic management plans and budgets in order to improve performance standards and organisational effectiveness
• Provide various financial reports on an ad-hoc basis by extracting, compiling, analyzing, and formatting financial data; also provide assistance in interpreting report parameters, results, and data to line management, programme officers, project managers and other management personnel

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and finance plus CPA (K) or equivalent qualifications
• Over three (3) years experience in accounting including skills in computerized accounting systems.

Key Competencies

• Considerable knowledge and ability to perform professional accounting work in accordance with the international “Generally Accepted Accounting and Auditing Principles” (GAAP), procedures, standards and controls, including financial forecasting and monitoring of budgets as well as donor accounting procedures
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyse information skilfully, develop alternative solutions, work well in group problem solving situations and use reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Considerable knowledge of management information and financial management systems, proficiency in database systems, spreadsheet and flow chart applications, computerized accounting, budgeting and human resources systems
• Ability and willingness to make consultative decisions, exhibit sound and accurate judgment, support and explain reasoning for decisions, include appropriate people in decision-making process and makes timely decisions

Applications must contain: Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:

The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 23rd September 2011.

Head of Finance - KCB Sudan Ltd, Sudan

Head of Finance for KCB Sudan Ltd in Sudan - Jobs and Vacancies

MLD Job Ref FIN 06/2011

The Position
Develop strategic and financial plans for the subsidiary, support the business on implementation of financial strategy, keep proper record whilst complying with accounting guidelines and laws, implement sound financial controls and maintain the standards expected from time to time by the finance division at head office.


Key responsibilities

• Develop financial plans for the subsidiary in line with group guidelines, monitor performance against set targets and enforce budgetary controls
• Put in place proper internal control measures
• Prepare monthly financial and management reports for the country executive and as required by finance division in head office
• Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports for publication
• Coordinate audits by external auditors and inspection by the BOSS inspectors
• Ensure compliance with BOSS Banking Guidelines and any Laws in the country
• Maintain sound accounting system that comply with International Accounting Standards at the Subsidiary
• Manage the operational risk by ensuring that all suspense accounts are reconciled promptly
• Provide leadership, training and coaching for the finance team
• Achieve and maintain tax efficiency in the business of the subsidiary

The Person

• Degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline. Masters degree will be added advantage
• Professional qualification in accountancy- CPA, ACCA, or CFA
• At least 5 years management experience in a busy financial management environment
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proven financial analysis skills
• Team player
• Proficiency in office automation skills
• Sound knowledge of statutory and income tax laws
• Good understanding of the business environment in the region

The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.

If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke

To be considered your application must be received by 20th September 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Senior Internal Auditor – Finance - South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited, Kenya

Senior Internal Auditor – Finance at South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited in Kenya - Jobs and Vacancies

South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited, a key player in the sugar industry in Kenya wishes to enhance its human capital base by filling the following senior management position with talented and qualified Kenyan citizens:-

Senior Internal Auditor

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for:

• Conducting independent audits of the operational and financial functions of SonySugar so as to identify weaknesses in the effectiveness and efficiency of controls and propose recommendations for improvement
• Preparing annual audit schedules and programs, perform risk exposure assessments and providing recommendations to minimize the risks and safeguards the Company assets
• Carrying out system audits and appraise the application and adequacy of accounting, financial, procurement and other controls
• Reviewing the work of internal auditors for quality and completeness, taking key risks into consideration
• Preparing and submitting audit reports including recommendations to management and the Board Audit Committee
• Following up on recommendations to ensure they are implemented

Persons Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance from a recognized university
• A qualified accountant (CPA-K / ACCA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• At least three (3) years experience in a similar position, preferably in a manufacturing or Audit firm
• Good analytical, interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Experience in using Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs)
• Possession of CISA qualifications will be an added advantage
• Aged 45 years and below

If you believe and you demonstrate abilities to meet the criteria of the above positions, please submit your hand written applications with copies of your certificates and a well detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) immediately to reach not later than 28th September, 2011 to;


Managing Director
South Nyanza Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 107,40405
Sare- Awendo

Internal Audit Officer - KASNEB, Nairobi

Internal Audit Officer at KASNEB in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

KASNEB is established under the Accountants Act, No. 15 of 2008 and the Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya Act, Cap 534, with the mandate to develop syllabuses, conduct professional and technician examinations; certify candidates in finance, accountancy, governance and management, information communication technology and related disciplines; promote its qualifications globally and accredit relevant training institutions.

The vision of KASNEB is to be the preferred world-class professional examinations body in finance, accountancy, management, information technology and related disciplines.

In keeping with current strategic needs, KASNEB is pleased to announce the following vacancy:

Internal Audit Officer - 2 Positions - Ref: HR-IAU/IAO/2011

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit Unit, the Internal Audit Officer will be responsible for performing risk based audits to provide assurance to the Board and management on the effectiveness of risk management processes.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Reviewing the risk management policy and the framework for management control.
• Preparing the operational strategic plan and annual audit work plan.
• Performing internal audit assignments, internal audit procedures and preparing initial audit observations/reports with recommendations as appropriate.
• Reviewing and evaluating the financial controls, systems, procedures, books of account, financial statements and periodic financial reports.
• Carrying out value for money audits to confirm effective and efficient use of financial and non financial resources.
• Reviewing and evaluating information communication technology (ICT) control systems, processes and procedures with the view of enhancing internal controls.
• Carrying out compliance audits with laws, rules, regulations and good governance practices.
• Monitoring the implementation of the risk management framework and the risk register.
• Carrying out special audits or investigations as and when necessary.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelors degree in Commerce, Accounting or related discipline from a recognised university.
• Holder of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) qualification.
• Possession of the Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditors (CSIA) qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Three (3) years internal audit experience in a risk based audit environment.
• Demonstrable experience in the use of computer audit software systems.
• Familiarity with public sector systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Good personal judgment and initiative.
• High level of integrity and ethics.
• A team player with strong analytical skills.

Application Procedure

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of professional certificates, testimonials, current and expected salary and names and addresses of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than Wednesday, 21 September 2011.

The envelope should be marked “CONFIDENTIAL” quoting the “REFERENCE NUMBER” and be addressed to:

Secretary and Chief Executive
KASNEB
P.O. Box 41362 – 00100,
Nairobi

“Kasneb is an equal opportunity employer”

Chief Financial Accountant - Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), Nairobi

Chief Financial Accountant at Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) in Nairobi – Kenyan Jobs

Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Transport. Our Mission is “to develop, regulate and Manage a Safe, efficient and effective Civil Aviation System in Kenya” with a Vision “to be a Model of Excellence in Civil Aviation”. The Authority is seeking to recruit qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following positions:

CHIEF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

REF: NO. FD/03/11

Department/Section: Finance
Reports To: Chief Finance Officer

Job Purpose
To implement an accounting and internal control system related to Financial Accounting and Coordinate expenditure and Statutory financial reporting activities.

Scope of Work/Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, half-year and annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and Kenyan Laws;
• Work with the external auditors to finalize annual financial statements;
• Review, develop and implement a chart of Accounts to match organization activities/structure.
• Ensure valuation of KCAA fixed assets when desirable
• Ensure continuous tagging of KCAA Assets and updates fixed asset register accordingly;
• Supervise the preparation of month end, and year end closing journal entries and maintain the operational integrity of the accounting information system;
• Maintain accounting and internal control procedures for payroll and supervise payroll operations including the preparation of withholding PAYE tax returns, disbursement of taxes and other monies withheld from employees pay to third party creditors and central government;
• Supervise the accounts payable and purchasing process, by approving purchase orders, certifying availability of funds and managing cash flow to ensure adequate cash for disbursements;
• Work with the Chief Finance Officer & the Management Accountant to drive the budgeting process, monitor spending to keep within the Authority and departmental
• budgets;
• Provide lead in the automation of KCAA Financial Processes and develop appropriate chart of accounts;
• Carry out any other official duties within their competence assigned by Chief Finance Officer

Qualifications

• A first degree in Accounting, Commerce, Economics, or Business Administration.
• A CPA (K) /ACCA
• MBA will be a distinct advantage

Experience

• At least 5 years 3 of which should be in senior financial Reporting responsibilities.

Knowledge and skills

• High integrity,
• Independent and computer literate,
• Honest and excellent interpersonal skills,
• Demonstrated high level of maturity and good leadership skills,
• Analytical, assertive, good communication skills and good negotiating skills.

Interested candidates are requested to send: Application letter quoting Job Reference No. on both envelope and application letter, copies of certificates, testimonials and detailed CV indicating current salary and expected salary (except for graduate trainees), day time telephone and full contact details of three professional referees to the address below to be received not later than 22nd September 2011.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Director General
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
KAA COMPLEX BUILDING – JKIA
P.O. Box 30163 – 00100
NAIROBI

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Expenditure and Payroll Accountant - Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), Nairobi

Expenditure and Payroll Accountant at Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) in Nairobi – Kenyan Jobs

Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Transport. Our Mission is “to develop, regulate and Manage a Safe, efficient and effective Civil Aviation System in Kenya” with a Vision “to be a Model of Excellence in Civil Aviation”. The Authority is seeking to recruit qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following positions:

EXPENDITURE AND PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT

(REF: NO. FD/05/11)

Department/Section: Finance
Reports To: Chief Financial Accountant

Job Purpose
To design and implement an effective accounts payable system and an internal control system for payments and summarization at KCAA HQS and maintain a proper and complete records of expenditures

Scope of work/Duties/Responsibilities

• Receive and consolidate expenditure returns from stations
• Receive, stamp, verify and post all invoices received from suppliers in the creditors ledger.
• Supervise the payment process to ensure that payment is done against goods and services rendered.
• Maintain payables control accounts and reconcile them to General ledger records on monthly basis and investigate any variances arising out of these reconciliations and adjust accordingly.
• Respond to supplier and management queries on matters relating to expenditure/payables.
• Check and authorize all payments vouchers as per approved levels of authorization.
• Sign to KCAA Bank Accounts;
• Receive, apply and maintain safe custody of all Government circulars, policies, regulations governing public sector expenditures
• Prepare payment and remit weekly/Monthly relevant KRA taxes as applicable to KCAA;
• Ensure all expenses are charged to the correct expenditure votes as per the approved Budget;
• Oversee the posting and update of the Vote Book duty;
• Maintain accounting and internal control procedures for payroll, manage all payroll accounting operations;
• Maintain all records of; contributions and taxes related to the payroll;
• Review, processes and verify all payroll records for all KCAA staff;
• Process all payroll recoveries;
• Prepare monthly reports related to the payroll;
• Manage and clear monthly salary suspense account if any and give recommendations on the management of payroll risks;
• Carry out any other duties within his/her competence as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Accounting) or in relevant area like Economics and Business Administration
• A professional qualification CPA (K) /ACCA;

Experience

• At least four (4) years experience in a responsible position in an accounting environment and demonstrate an excellent grasp of issues that underpin financial accounting

Knowledge and Skills

• Computer literate and practical knowledge of accounting information systems
• Good understanding of KCAA’s operations across different business units
• Detailed oriented and accurate
• Communication skills to deal with auditors, suppliers etc

Interested candidates are requested to send: Application letter quoting Job Reference No. on both envelope and application letter, copies of certificates, testimonials and detailed CV indicating current salary and expected salary (except for graduate trainees), day time telephone and full contact details of three professional referees to the address below to be received not later than 22nd September 2011.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Director General
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
KAA COMPLEX BUILDING – JKIA
P.O. Box 30163 – 00100
NAIROBI

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Senior Accountant – East African School Of Aviation - Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), Nairobi

Senior Accountant – East African School Of Aviation at Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) in Nairobi – Kenyan Jobs

Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Transport. Our Mission is “to develop, regulate and Manage a Safe, efficient and effective Civil Aviation System in Kenya” with a Vision “to be a Model of Excellence in Civil Aviation”. The Authority is seeking to recruit qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following positions:

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – EAST AFRICAN SCHOOL OF AVIATION

(REF: EASA/FD/01)

Department / Section: Finance (EASA)
Reports To: Registrar Finance and Administration

Job Purpose

To handle all accounting activities and to be responsible for the entire Finance functions at the East African School of Aviation

Scope of Work/Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervise the expenditure process at EASA to ensure that payment is done against goods and/ or services rendered;
• Maintain security procedures for cash and accountable documents including safe custody of the following records among others;

1. Payment vouchers for each Financial Year.
2. Receipt analysis for each Financial Year
3. Students & Cashier banking slips
4. All tax monthly & yearly returns documents
5. All receipt books

• Coordinate all tax requirements at the School including weekly filling of withholding VAT returns;
• Reconcile monthly records for EASA Bank Accounts;
• Undertake Cost-Benefit analysis of all courses including those of collaborating institutions offered at EASA
• Prepare fee balance statements per student per course for management action;
• Prepare monthly management reports for EASA;
• Send students fees reminders periodically;
• Maintain control accounts and reconcile them to relevant ledger records. Investigate any variances arising out of these reconciliations;
• Respond to audit, supplier and management queries on matters relating to expenditure and revenue activities at EASA;
• Coordinate the preparation and revision of annual budget for EASA for incorporation into the Authority Annual Budgets;
• Ensure that expenditure does not exceed approved budgets-enforce strict budgetary control guided by quarterly budget allocations;
• Ensure safe custody of cash collected and adequate cash security procedures are in place and that all money collected is banked intact;
• Supervise the activities of subordinates, plan and implement staff training plans and address skills development and motivation issues relating to subordinates;
• Authorize all EASA payments;
• Carry out any other functional duties within your competence assigned by the office of Manager Finance

Qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Accounting) or in relevant areas like Economics, or Business Administration from a recognized University.
• Professional Qualifications: Minimum of CPA (K) or equivalent

Experience

• At least three years in a busy accounting environment including supervisory functions.

Knowledge and skills

• Computer literate and practical knowledge of accounting information systems
• Broad-based accounting and financial knowledge as is required for a generalist accountant (ledger, revenue collection, accounts payables and budget planning)
• Detail oriented and accurate
• Communication skills to deal with auditors, suppliers, customers etc

Interested candidates are requested to send: Application letter quoting Job Reference No. on both envelope and application letter, copies of certificates, testimonials and detailed CV indicating current salary and expected salary (except for graduate trainees), day time telephone and full contact details of three professional referees to the address below to be received not later than 22nd September 2011.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Director General
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
KAA COMPLEX BUILDING – JKIA
P.O. Box 30163 – 00100
NAIROBI

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

System and Process Improvement Accountant - Nation Media, Nairobi

System and Process Improvement Accountant at Nation Media in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

Careers at the leading media house in East and Central Africa

The Nation Media Group, the largest independent media house in East and Central Africa with operations in print, broadcast and digital media.

It attracts and serves unparalleled audiences in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.

We are seeking to recruit an experienced and self- motivated individuals to the following position.

Job Ref: HR-SPIA-09-201 1

Job Purpose

The job entails continuous SAP user support and training to ensure optimal use of the system at all times. The jobholder applies acquired accounting and IT skills to maintain and enhance the Accounting System performance in order to achieve accurate and timely reports.

Key result areas will include;

• Coordinating and facilitating training of users and continuously provide support for FI/CO system users
• Identify areas of improvement on already implemented modules to enhance efficiency and adoption of best practice
• Provide parameters to programmers of SAP reports to enable timely preparation of user reports
• Identify and provide appropriate transaction codes that enables creation of access profiles for an approved system users
• Make recommendations to management on optimal use of the system
• Compile and facilitate documentations on usage of system
• Identify weaknesses in DTI system and develop mitigating controls.
• Develop appropriate DTI reports to enhance controls over revenue and debt
• Monitor and improve the SAP & DTI interface

Skills, knowledge and experience requirement

• University Degree in an IT related field.
• CPA part III
• Certified SAP FI/CO.
• 3 to 5 years working experience in a busy commercial environment.
• Excellent planning and execution skills.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent customer service & interpersonal skills.
• Proactive in developing solutions.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may email their applications and detailed CVs online to: http://careers.nationmedia.com before 14th September, 2011

N/B: We shall only contact the short-listed candidates.

Senior Accountant - Karatina University College, Karatina

Senior Accountant at Karatina University College in Karatina - Kenyan Jobs

Karatina University College, situated 15km North of Karatina town, is a constituent College of Moi University established through legal order 2010.

The College is seeking to fill the following position.

Senior Accountant - Ref: SA/1 - Grade: 13

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• A relevant Masters Degree from a recognized University
• CPA(K) plus 12 years relevant experience, at least 5 of which are in a senior position
• Should be a registered member of ICPAK or any other recognized accounting professional body
• Practical knowledge of ICT is mandatory at this level

Terms and conditions of service:

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the existing terms and conditions of service.

Mode of application

Applicants must submit three (3) sets copies of applications to the address given below so as to reach him on or before Friday 16th September, 2011 giving details of the age, educational and professional qualification, detailed work experience , present salary, telephone number and e-mail address and enclosing copies of certificates and testimonials and giving names and addresses of three(3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicants competence and area of specialization accompanied with Curriculum Vitae and duly certified copies of certificates and testimonials.

Applicants should indicate the reference for the job they are applying for and request their referees to write directly to the undersigned.

The Principal
Karatina University College
P.O. Box 1957 – 10101
Karatina

Women Candidates are encouraged to apply.

Chief Accountant - Karatina University College, Karatina

Chief Accountant at Karatina University College in Karatina - Kenyan Jobs

Karatina University College, situated 15km North of Karatina town, is a constituent College of Moi University established through legal order 2010.

The College is seeking to fill the following position.

Chief Accountant - Grade 14 - Ref: KarUC/CA/1/11- Re-advertisement

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• MBA or Masters Degree in Accounting or equivalent
• Bachelor of Commerce or its equivalent
• CPA (K) or its equivalent in good standing
• At least five (5) years experience at the level of a Senior Accountant in a University setting or its equivalent
• Experience in corporate planning, systems development and implementation, project management, statutory and financial reporting.
• Demonstratable experience in preparation of annual forecasts and budgets, preparation of final accounts in line with IFRS and handling audit queries

Terms and conditions of service:

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the existing terms and conditions of service.

Mode of application

Applicants must submit three (3) sets copies of applications to the address given below so as to reach him on or before Friday 16th September, 2011 giving details of the age, educational and professional qualification, detailed work experience , present salary, telephone number and e-mail address and enclosing copies of certificates and testimonials and giving names and addresses of three(3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicants competence and area of specialization accompanied with Curriculum Vitae and duly certified copies of certificates and testimonials.

Applicants should indicate the reference for the job they are applying for and request their referees to write directly to the undersigned.

The Principal
Karatina University College
P.O Box 1957 – 10101
Karatina

Women Candidates are encouraged to apply.

Accountants - AMREF, Nairobi

Accountants at AMREF in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

AMREF is the largest international health development non-governmental organization based in Africa.

Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health.

Headquartered in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, Southern Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa.

Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

For more information visit our website www.amref.org.

We are seeking to fill the position of Accountants (2) – Ref: CHR/11/08-13 to be based at AMREF Headquarters.

Job Title: Accountant
Directorate: Operations
Unit: Corporate Finance
Physical Location: AMREF Headquarters
Reports to: Corporate Finance Manager

Main Purpose of Job

To provide timely, accurate and efficient accounting and financial management support for HQ programmes in line with corporate finance policies, procedures and donor grant agreements.

Range of Service Provided (Area of Operation)

For External Customers

• Reconciling/handling debtors and creditors accounts
• Communication with bank
• Communication with donors confirmations for wired funds
• Donor reporting

For Internal Customers

• Reconciliation of staff accounts
• Maintaining of country accounts

Key Responsibilities

Operational Support

• Short-term action plans and expenditure scheduling
• Processing, approvals and coding of expenditure through the sun accounting system and internal recovering in accordance with approved work plans and budgets
• Preparation of donor financial statements and reports and call down requests as specified in the respective grant agreements and other internal financial reports
• Advice to HQ Managers to resolved and discuss various financial and accounting issues and queries

Cash Management

• Coordinate cash collection points and receipts book
• Reconcile cash collection and banking for all units

Managing bank accounts

• Collecting/ receiving bank statements from the respective bank
• Identifying direct debits (bank charges, standing orders) and credits and entering amounts in the accounting system
• Clearing all outstanding reconciling items

Payroll

• Posting salary allocations for HQ cost centres from all payroll and informing country offices of the entries relating to their accounts

Reports

• Supporting the preparation of financial reports
• Print, review and distribute financial statements and audit trails for monitoring and controls

Managing Debtors

• Preparing recharges to and from various units

Assets Management

• Maintaining a fixed assets register and schedule for all HQ cost centres

Managing Ledgers

• Preparing reconciliation for the National Offices inter-company ledger accounts and clearing all reconciling items periodically

Audits

• Providing assistance to external auditors

Required Qualifications

Education and knowledge

• Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field
• Full professional accounting qualification, CPA (K) /ACCA
• Hands on experience working with a computerized accounting system preferably with Sun System applications and excel spreadsheets
• Thorough understanding of Kenya tax laws, International Financial Reporting Standards and experience in application and enforcement of the standards at the corporate level

Experience

• 3 years accounting experience in financial and project accounting preferably in the NGO environment
• Experience in preparation and supervision of basic accounting ledger entries and extraction of the trial balance and financial statements
• Experience handling multi-currency transactions

Skills

• Numerical
• Confidential
• Detailed
• Proactive
• Team work
• Interpersonal
• Communication skills

Competences

• Professionalism
• Ethical
• Integrity
• Ability to work within deadlines

Mental Competencies

Problem Analysis

The job requires a professional and analytical approach to accounting


Flexible Thinking

The job requires creative problem solving within the framework of set corporate policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting standards


Decision Making

The job requires ability to make timely and well-considered decisions based on corporate policies

Communications

Oral

Internal: The job demands a high level of oral communication skills in order to effectively communicate with other departments and staff members

External: The job demands a high level of oral communication skills in order to effectively communicate with external parties including banks, debtors, creditors, country offices

Written

Internal: The job demands a high level of written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with other departments and staff members

External: The job demands a high level of written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with external parties including banks, debtors, creditors, country offices and donors

Environmental Conditions

Corporate Policies, Systems, Procedures and Methods

The job demands a thorough understanding of AMREF’s Financial policies and procedures, corporate culture and Human Resource Management policies and procedures

Work Environment

Normal office environment

Hours of Work

Normal working hours. Job holder may be required to work outside normal working hours due to the nature of the work in general

If you feel that you meet the criteria, complete the online application form here http://goo.gl/rAa73 attaching your CV. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We encourage those interested to send their applications by Friday, 09 September 2011.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

Assistant Accountant - AMREF, Nairobi

Assistant Accountant at AMREF in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

AMREF is the largest international health development non-governmental organization based in Africa.

Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents people from accessing their basic right to health.

Headquartered in Kenya, AMREF has programmes in Ethiopia, Uganda, Southern Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa.

Employing over 800 staff and with an annual operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource for donors and partners.

For more information visit our website www.amref.org.

We are seeking to fill the positions of Assistant Accountants (3) – Ref: CHR/11/08-12 to be based at AMREF Headquarters

Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Directorate: Operations
Unit: Corporate Finance
Physical Location: AMREF Headquarters
Reporting to: Accountant

Main Purpose of Job

To safe guard all monies paid to the foundation and ensuring that direct collection through other departments is remitted regularly to the cash office for banking.

Range of Service Provided (Area of Operation)

For External Customers

• Reconciling/handling debtors and creditors accounts
• Communication with bank
• Communication with donors confirmations for wired funds
• Donor reporting

For Internal Customers

• Reconciliation of staff accounts
• Maintaining of country accounts

Key Responsibilities

Payments

• Preparing and issuing receipts for all payments
• Banking all cash and cheques paid
• Preparing and issuing cheques as per laid down procedures
• Ensuring cheques are signed by signatories as per existing mandates

Record Management

• Filing bank statements, bank credits and debit slips
• Maintain cheque register
• Maintaining debtors and prepayment files

Data entry

• Daily data entry from payment vouchers, petty cash voucher, surrender journal entries and receipts against banking credit slips

Petty/Cash management

• Maintaining Head office petty cash float
• Maintaining payment of all Petty Cash Vouchers (PCVs)
• Preparing petty cash reimbursement and requisition for replenishment
• Reconciling all cash accounts, coordination and reconciliation of all cash collection points and receipt books in various units and banking for all the units

Managing Creditors

• Maintaining up to date creditors status (matching invoices to LPOs and GRNs, checking correctness and accuracy of the invoices, preparation of payments of creditors
• Reviewing of the creditors accounts

Managing Debtors

• Maintain an up to date debtors status (print statements and circulation, verify
• Verifying that staff qualifies for imprest before passing the requests for approval
• Follow-up staff with receipts/invoices for deposits paid
• Reviewing debtors accounts

Managing Ledgers

• Preparing inter-ledger reconciliation statements
• Operational Control
• Control and custody of cheque leaves, petty cash, receipt books and banking slips

Required Qualifications

Education and knowledge

• Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field
• CPA II

Experience

• 1 years accounting and or Cashiering exposure
• Experience handling multi-currency transactions

Skills

• Numerical
• Confidential
• Detailed
• Proactive
• Team work
• Interpersonal
• Communication skills

Competences

• Professionalism
• Ethical
• Integrity
• Ability to work within deadlines

Mental Competencies

Problem Analysis

The job requires a professional and analytical approach to accounting

Flexible Thinking

The job requires creative problem solving within the framework of set corporate policies and procedures and generally accepted accounting standards

Decision Making

The job requires ability to make timely and well-considered decisions based on corporate policies

Communications

Oral

Internal: The job demands a high level of oral communication skills in order to effectively communicate with other departments and staff members

External: The job demands a high level of oral communication skills in order to effectively communicate with external parties including banks, debtors, creditors, country offices

Written:

Internal: The job demands a high level of written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with other departments and staff members

External: The job demands a high level of written communication skills in order to effectively communicate with external parties including banks, debtors, creditors, country offices and donors

Environmental Conditions

Corporate Policies, Systems, Procedures and Methods

The job demands a thorough understanding of AMREF’s Financial policies and procedures, corporate culture and Human Resource Management policies and procedures

Work Environment

Normal office environment


Hours of Work

Normal working hours. Job holder may be required to work outside normal working hours due to the nature of the work in general

If you feel that you meet the criteria, complete the online application form here http://goo.gl/J5hIE attaching your CV. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. We encourage those interested to send their applications by Friday, 09 September 2011.

AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.

Chief Internal Auditor - Kenindia Assurance Company Limited, Nairobi

Chief Internal Auditor at Kenindia Assurance Company Limited in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

Kenindia Assurance Company Limited, one of the largest composite insurers in the East and Central African region is planning to recruit for the position of Chief Internal Auditor.

Candidates are expected to have professional attitude, analytical mind, positive attitude with enthusiasm and zeal to contribute to the organizational growth and achievement of goals besides the following qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications for Chief Internal Auditor

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, commerce, accounting, finance or economics.
• Those with Masters degree in Accounting or Finance will be given preference.
• Must be a qualified ACII, AIII or Dip. IIK and a member of the relevant professional body.
• Anyone pursuing these professional qualifications will also be considered.
• Professional accounting qualification such as CPA (K), ACCA, ACA is a must.
• Minimum ten (10) years relevant professional experience in the areas of accounting and audit in large and reputable organisations with strong internal control frameworks and computerized accounting systems, preferably in insurance companies.
• Must be comfortable working in a computerized business environment with the required proficiency in computerized accounting, underwriting, claims management and record keeping systems.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and presentation applications are needed
• Minimum age 35 years.

You should send your detailed CV (with two photographs) stating full details of qualifications and areas of work experience along with the current and expected remuneration in a sealed envelope on or before September, 2011 to the following address:

HR Department, (To the attention of Ms. Laura)
Kenindia Assurance Company Ltd.
8th Floor, Kenindia House, Loita Street,
P.O. Box 44372 00100,
Nairobi

Please note that only those candidates short listed for interview will be contacted.

Internal Auditor - Kwale Water and Sewerage Company Limited, Kwale

Internal Auditor at Kwale Water and Sewerage Company Limited in Kwale - Kenyan Jobs

Kwale Water and Sewerage Company Limited, the official Water Service Provider in Kwale County has the following vacancy.

Internal Auditor

Will be in charge of the internal audit functions of the company and will be responsible functionally to the audit committee and administratively to the Managing Director.

Key responsibilities

• Thorough, ardent and articulate to details and processes
• Help the company to prepare internal audit manual.
• Prepare internal audit techniques and implement audit programmes as well as issuing audit reports
• Manage the risk port folio of the company.
• Must be well versed with RBIA

Qualification

• Must have a degree in Accounting, finance, statistics and at least CPA II
• Must have at least 3 years practical experience in internal auditing
• Must be 30-45 years of age.
• Must have excellent computer literacy

Attractive remuneration will be offered to the successful Candidates.

If you do not hear form us by 30th September 2011 consider yours self unsuccessful.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications to be sent to

The Managing Director
Kwale Water and Sewerage Company Limited
P.O. Box 18-80403
Kwale

So as to reach us not later than 4.30 p.m. 14th September 2011.

(Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification)

Accountant - KEMRI/CDC Research and Public Health Collaboration, Kisumu

Accountant at KEMRI/CDC Research and Public Health Collaboration in Kisumu - Kenyan Jobs

Vacancy No.K97/08/11

Program description:

This program is collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.

To effectively carry out its mandate, the Program has a vacancy for Accountant in the Division of Global HIV AIDS Program (DGHA) –GAP Admin Branch.

Position: Accountant
1 position
MR 9 -10
Reports To: Branch Chief
Location: Kisumu

Essential Requirements

• Must have a Degree in commerce/Business management from a recognized University and/or a holder of CPA II or ACCA qualification
• Have a minimum of two years of experience in a busy organization.

Desirable Qualities, Skills and abilities

• Excellent analytical and report writing skills
• Knowledge of Working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and must be proficient in accounting software packages
• Have excellent knowledge of International Accounting Standards
• The candidate for this position must have strong communication skills, posses leadership qualities and be Honest and of high integrity.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• To prepare accurate and interpret monthly DGHA Projects expenditure reports.
• To coordinate the preparation of KEMRI/CDC DGHA Branch annual budgets for activities scheduled for the year and translating these to an operational budget
• Review all financial transactions, (Travels, Cash requests, Purchase Orders) and internal recoveries in accordance with work plans and budgets and applicable policies and regulations.
• Participate in internal audits as scheduled and provide auditors with accounting documents as requested and provide explanations on audit queries.
• Work very closely with the Administration wing of the KEMRI/CDC Collaboration to ensure speedy processing of requests.
• Ensure that regular management information is generated on time, including comparison of results with agreed forecasts and cash flow reports
• Assist the DGHA branch chief and Snr. Admin officer on day today management of the branch.
• Perform any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by management.

Terms of Employment:

• One year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service.
• Probation period for the first 3 months.
• Salary negotiable within the appropriate grade depending on Education, experience and demonstrated competency.

Applications MUST include the following:

1. Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)
2. Current Curriculum Vitae with telephone number and e-mail address
3. Three letters of reference with contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
4. Copies of Certificates, Diplomas and Transcripts

Note: Applications MUST include copies of certificates, transcripts. Applications without these will be disregarded.

Applications are due no later than 14th September 2011

To:

Human Resource Manager,
KEMRI/CDC Program,
P.O. Box 1578, Kisumu.

Or e-mail to recruitment@ke.cdc.gov

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The KEMRI/CDC program is an equal opportunity employee and does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including application, interview meeting and processing of offer letter. If asked for a fee, report such a request immediately to 0701112145

Accountant - VSF Germany, Nairobi

Accountant at VSF Germany in Nairobi – Kenyan Jobs

VSF Germany,
Ngong’ Road,
Piedmont Plaza,
P. O. Box 25653-00603,
Nairobi,
Kenya.

Email: Admin_hr@vsfg.org

Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities. We are looking for a motivated and committed person to fill the above position. This is a Regional Office position based in Nairobi with occasional field visits.

Key Responsibilities:

• The incumbent will provide financial support to the Projects in the region.
• Review vouchers and invoices in order to verify that the commitments are properly incurred; items claimed are in accordance with an agreements, actually delivered or performed before processing payments.
• Receive and review expenditure reports from field offices for accuracy and completeness. Ensure that advances to field offices are liquidated and reconciled on time
• Supervise the management and handling of petty cash accounts, including field petty cash management. Posting of transactions (LPOs, invoices, receipts, payments) into the computerized accounting system (Navision)
• Monthly reconciliation of ledger accounts, creditor statements and bank accounts
• Inventory management in collaboration with logistics department.
• Monitor multi donor budgets.
• Facilitate & participate in audit processes.
• Any other job related duty as may be assigned by the Line Manager.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills required:

• University Degree in Finance or Business studies and CPA K
• Proficiency in Office Computer packages (word, excel) and experience in specialized accounting software.
• Knowledge of Navision will be an added advantage.
• 5 years minimum experience in finance.
• Experience in a humanitarian or other INGO and understanding of international Donor regulations especially EC, ECHO and USAID is desirable.
• Previous field level experience is desirable.
• Good communication both oral and written.
• A team player with organizational and planning skills.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given above. Indicate on the subject the Job Title. Applicants will be assessed on a continuous basis. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Closing date for receiving applications is 5th September 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.

Accounts Assistants - VSF Germany, Marsabit

Accounts Assistants at VSF Germany in Marsabit – Kenyan Jobs

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANTS – (2)

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza,
Off Ngong’ Road,
2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653 - 00603
Nairobi,
Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany seeks to recruit two qualified and well experienced Accounts Assistants to support the implementation of projects in Lokichoggio and Marsabit, Northern Kenya. These positions are Field based within the project locations in Northern Kenya.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide accounting support in the preparation of the various finance reports, accounts and reconciliations * Assisting in the preparation of accounts and reports as requested
• Assist in preparation of final accounts
• Reconciling bank statements and cash book
• Reconciling staff allowance accounts Passing monthly journal voucher
• To receive and process all invoices, expense forms and requests for payment.
• Verify calculations and input codes in to the Accounts system in an accurate manner.
• To maintain and reconcile the Direct Debit mandates.
• Deal with daily petty cash transactions and ensure that reconciliations are completed on a weekly basis. * To ensure all filing is done in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepare cheques for payment.
• To ensure that all post is sent daily.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisors.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills required

• A Diploma in Accounting or other relevant field or a holder of ACCA or CPA (K) or equivalent.
• A University degree will be an added advantage.
• 2 years Humanitarian relevant work experience preferably in a field setting.
• Knowledge of donor regulations.
• Knowledge of Financial Management, Public Procurement regulations;
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Honesty, transparency and a high level of Integrity
• Strong Microsoft and especially Excel skills, Knowledge of Navision shall be an added advantage.
• Good organization and administrative skills.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given above. Indicate on the subject the Job Title. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. Closing date for receiving applications is 31st August 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.