Jobs in Kenya: Financial Accountant

Accountant Jobs in Kenya
Inoorero University wishes to urgently recruit mature, energetic, committed and self driven individual for the following position:Financial Accountant
Overall Purpose of the position
To ensure compliance of financial transactions to approved financial management policies, procedures and control Systems in order to safeguard university financial resources and lead to attainment of set university goals and objectives
Key Responsibilities:
Participate in formulating and implementing sound financial accounting policies, procedures, strategies and systems
Implement policies, procedures and standards on financial accounting
Facilitate maintenance of accurate accounting records
Prepare financial reports as per approved procedures
Coordinate payment of suppliers and in accordance to the approved policies and procedures
Ensure audit queries are properly resolved
Ensure safety custody of financial records
Ascertain proper and optimal control systems and monitoring accurate recording of financial transactions
Ensure compliance to accounting standards and regulations
Assess cash flow position on a daily basis
Review Trial Balance and monthly reconciliation of all accounts
Liaise with auditors on preparation of audit schedules and accounts
Supervise, appraise and ensure appropriate training of personnel
Maintain accounting general ledger
Ensure preparation of bank reconciliation as per approved procedures
Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
Key Professional Competencies
Certified Public Accountant (CPA(K))
Knowledge in Navision ERP
Knowledge in Direct payroll
Educational Qualifications:
B.Com (Accounting)
Working Experience:
At least three years in work experience in the same position
University Virtual campus work experience is a distinct advantage.
How to Apply
You may apply by emailing your application letter and CV to recruitment@iu.ac.ke by 28th Nov 2013.
Please note that no paper applications will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
IU is an equal opportunity employer.