Scott Christian University
(Scott Theological College)
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Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts.
University Accountant
The senior accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
(Scott Theological College)
Job Vacancy Advertisements
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts.
University Accountant
The senior accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Compile and analyze financial information to prepare financial statements including monthly and annual accounts
- Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
- Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met
- Prepare financial management reports
- Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures
- Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
- Continuous management and support of budget and forecast activities
- Monitor and support taxation issues
- Develop and maintain financial data bases
- Financial audit preparation and coordinate the audit process
- Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses
- Analyze and advise on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues
- Analyze financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and procedures, provide strategic recommendations and maintain solutions to business and financial problems
Minimum Requirements
- Holder of a relevant Bachelors degree – Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from a recognised university and CPA (K).
- A registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or an equivalent professional body in accounting will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of two years working experience
- Excellent in SAGE PASTEL accounting software.
- knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles
- knowledge of economic principles
- knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations
- Thorough knowledge of various aspects of accounting functions, capable of processing transactions up to balance sheet.
- Proficiency in general computer knowledge and use is mandatory
- Self-motivated and capable of leading a section within the Finance department.
- Applicants should give three referees one of whom should be a professional in accounting.
Key Competencies
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Planning and organizing
- Information and task monitoring
- Problem analysis
- Judgment and problem-solving
- Supervisory skills
- Stress tolerance
If you feel that you are the right candidate for any of the positions, please send your application letter quoting the reference number on the subject field together with an updated Curriculum Vitae, giving details of; applicant’s age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, working experience, present employment position and salary, telephone numbers, email address and expected salary; complete with email & telephone contacts of three referees (one of which should be a professional personality), plus copies of certificates and testimonials to:
The DVC, Administration
Scott Theological College,
P.O. Box 49- 90100,
Machakos.
So as to reach him not later than 24th June, 2011
Applicants are advised to contact their referees and request them to send their letters of reference directly to the above address under sealed envelope within three weeks from the date of this advertisement.