Ref: PA/04/2015

Reporting to the Campus Director, the Principal Accountant will assist in budgeting, prudent utilization of resources, and financial reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will coordinate and supervise:
preparation of financial statements and schedules
completion of monthly close procedures
daily analysis and recording of revenues and expenses
monthly reconciliation of bank and other accounts
periodic analysis of financial performance
submission of financial and tax reports for audit
preparation of tax returns and other reporting requirements
monitoring and documentation of internal controls
other tasks assigned by the Director

Requirements for Appointment
The ideal candidate will have:
Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA (K) qualification
Five years of experience in a busy accounting or finance function
ICPAK membership
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Initiative and ability to work independently
Ability to build and work with teams
Knowledge of working with accounting software

How to Apply
If you believe your qualifications and career objectives match any of the vacant positions, please submit your application, including detailed curriculum vitae; stating your current position, email address, telephone contacts and the reference number of the advertised position.

Applications should be sent to the address below in both hard and soft copy so as to reach us on or before 8th January 2016.

The Director General
Kenya School of Government
RO. Box 23030-00604
Lower Kabete Road,
Lower Kabete
Nairobi

e-mail: recruitment@ ksg.ac.ke

Minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.