Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a fully fledged chartered university committed to a broad-based, wholistic and inclusive system of education. It has an overall goal of promoting human resource development for society’s progressive good. The university has adopted several international best practices in its core functions, which has enabled its students and faculty win awards, thus stamping its authority as a centre of excellence. At its main campus in Thika town in the outskirts of Kenya’s capital Nairobi, the university is transforming a hitherto industrial town into an educational hub.

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• PhD in relevant area of specialization.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant CPA (K)
• 3 years’ experience in the financial divisional unit (Grade 12) within MKU or in a similar position in a recognized academic institution
• Registered member of ICPAK.

OR

• Master’s degree in Business with specialization in Accounting/Finance or its equivalent.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant CPA (K)
• 5 years’ experience at senior finance position Grade 12 within MKU or at a similar position in a recognized institution
• Registered member of ICPAK
• Possession of Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) will be an added advantage

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Principal Finance Officer

Duties and responsibilities:

• Deputize the Principal Finance Officer
• Staff supervision in the Directorate.
• Approval of all financial documents i.e. Invoices, payment vouchers, imprests etc. before payments are done.
• Preparation of timely reports on financial performance on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
• Overseeing preparation of the University year end final accounts and statements.
• Overseeing preparation and consolidation of annual University Budget Estimates.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory bodies, timely filling of returns and timely payments.
• Preparation of weekly payments schedule for discussion and approval by the Finance Directorate Steering Committee.
• Review of all sections reports before they are tabled/ submitted to the relevant authorities.