Job Description:

About the Job

The National Research Fund invites applications from qualified persons for the position of Principal Accountant. This is a permanent and pensionable position.

Responsibilities

Coordinating implementation of financial accounting policies, strategies and plans.
Ensuring timely payment of expenditures.
Verifying internal and external audit and responses to audit queries.
Ensuring safe custody of cash, cheques, financial records and other accountable documents.
Evaluating and scrutinizing expenditure proposal.
Ensuring proper interpretation and implementation of financial regulations and procedures.
Verification of payment vouchers and committal documents to ensure compliance to approved procedures, rules and regulations.
Ensuring provision of quality and timely accounting services.
Coordinating preparation of management and statutory financial reports.
Maintaining an inventory on all bank accounts of the Research Fund and their approved signatories.
Ensuring effective handling of taxation matters of the Research Fund.
Authorizing payments and identifying suitable cheque signatories.

Requirements

Cumulative service period of (9) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Senior Accountant Officer or in a comparable position.
Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Management/ Administration (Accounting or Finance Option) or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
Certified Public Accountant CPA-K or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Been registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any relevant professional body.
Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in computer skills.
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.