Job Description
SEZA is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, skilled, dynamic, results oriented and innovative individual of high integrity to fill vacant positions. SEZA invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Manager, Finance and Accounts.
Career Information
Position Name MANAGER, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTS
Contract Type periodical
Contract Period -
Salary Range -
Job Summary
SEZA is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, skilled, dynamic, results oriented and innovative individual of high integrity to fill vacant positions. SEZA invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Manager, Finance and Accounts.
Job Responsibilities
i. Manage all issues regarding the financing of SEZA activities;
ii. Participate in Development and implementation of sound financial management policies and procedures;
iii. Consolidating the Authority printed budget estimates and revised budget as per guidelines issued by National Treasury;
iv. Forecasting Annual cash flow requirements and coordinate preparation of annual budgets;
v. Scheduling all payments within the Authority budgetary provisions;
vi. Ensure Budgetary and cost control by reviewing expenditure returns from departments, prepare variance analysis and recommend corrective action;
vii. Guide other departments by interpreting government accounting policy and applying it in all operations of the Authority;
viii. Plan and coordinate timely preparation of annual Work Plans and budget estimates;
ix. Develop and manage internal controls and compliance;
x. Participate in Public Private Partnership program strategies and resource mobilization;
xi. Analyse and interpret financial reports and other accounting records;
xii. Ensure prudent and optimal utilization of Authority funds and Assets;
xiii. Manage proper records of financial transactions;
xiv. Oversee preparation of the final Annual Statement of Accounts in accordance with accounting standards and procedures and submission to relevant institutions;
xv. Review and ensure timely and accurate preparation of management accounting reports on quarterly and annual basis;
xvi. Maintain accurate and complete financial record of the Authority and regularly review the financial system;
xvii. Undertake financial risk management;
xviii. Monitor and evaluate funds applications and accountability;
xix. Ensure compliance with applicable financial statutory obligations and circulars;
xx. Ensure proper Revenue and Treasury Management and reporting;
Education Requirements
Professional Qualifications and Experience
For appointment to this position, a candidate must possess:
i. Masters Degree in any of the following: Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or their equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
ii. Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Business Management (Finance or Accounting option) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
Experience Requirements
i. A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience four (4) of which should have been in management;
Skills and Competence
i. Certified Public Accountant Part III (CPA K) or Associate of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA);
ii. Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
iii. Membership in good standing of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other recognized professional body;
iv. Proficiency in computer applications;
v. Demonstrated results in work performance;
vi. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
vii. Possess good oral and written communication skills;
viii. Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and competence in work performance;
ix. Have good interpersonal, negotiations, and high leadership qualities.
Job Requirements
Qualified applicants will be required to submit the following documents;
(i) Curriculum Vitae
(ii) Cover Letter
(iii) Copies of academic and professional certificates
(iv) National Indentity Card/Passport
Support Documents Requirements
Successful applicants will be required to satisfy the provisions of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
by submitting the following compliance certificates;
(i) Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate);
(ii) Higher Education Loans Board (Compliance Certificate);
(iii) Commission for University Education for degrees obtained outside Kenya;
(iv) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (Clearance Certificate);
(v) Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good Conduct);
(vi) Credit Reference Bureau (Clearance Certificate).