.Senior Finance Officer at The Kisumu National Polytechnic

Job Summary

• The officer responsible will be reporting to the Finance Manager, and shall coordinate the activities in Finance department; preparation of financial statements; ensure all reconciliations are done in time; support in budget preparation and monitoring; Analysis of all the reports prepared before they are reviewed by the Finance Manager; Monitor all activities to ensure compliance to laws/regulations and smooth flow of the operations of the institution.

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or its equivalent with six (6) years of experience.
• Served as Accountant I or equivalent for at least three (3) years in an educational institution or equivalent relevant experience.
• CPA(K), ACCA, CIFA or equivalent qualification.
• Membership of a relevant professional body
• Senior management/ leadership training will be an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of computerized financial management systems.
• Demonstrated outstanding qualities of leadership, coordination, and organizational capabilities.

Personal Attributes and Key Competencies

• Budgeting skills to ensure prudent allocation of resources
• Financial reporting skills in presentation and understanding
• Financial management
• Project management
• Coordination and monitoring skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Team management geared towards realization of goals
• Analytical skills
• Stress management skills