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Title: Accountant – One (1) Post
The Competition Authority of Kenya (the Authority ), is a Statutory Agency established under the Competition Act No. 12 of 2010. The Authority’s mandate is to promote and safeguard competition and also protect consumers from unfair and misleading market conduct. The Authority wishes to invite qualified and experienced applicants to fill the following vacant positions:- Accountant – One (1) Post
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Finance and Administration Manager.
Main duties and responsibilities
Control and Maintenance of all Ledgers and Cash Books
Provide comprehensive efficient banking services ensuring robust internal controls and up to date systems.
Timely and accurate preparation of financial reports and statements.
Manage the risk profile in the department to identify and minimize operations risks.
Manage Asset Register.
Budget and monitor utilization of budgeted/disbursed funds.
Control and maintain staff imprest and advance records.
Timely payments to suppliers and staff.
Accounting, banking and reconciliation of revenue collected.
The Candidate should have:-
A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting from a recognized University.
A CPA(K) or equivalent.
MBA an added advantage.
Five (5) years experience at least two (2) years of which should be at a Senior Level Position.
Experience in performing complex accounting work according to accepted accounting standards, preparing clear and concise financing reports and monitoring expenditures.
Knowledge and understanding of Support Services Structure and relevant legislation eg. PFMA, Public Procurement and Disposal Act.
Experience in Public Sector Environment and familiarity with financial accounting systems/ERP
High integrity with ability to understand, follow and confer written and oral instructions.
Interested applicants who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their application letter, a copy of detailed Curriculum Vitae, Copies of Academic and Professional Certificates, Names and Contacts [Telephone and E-mail of three (3) professional referees who are familiar with the applicants qualifications and background] to the:-
Human Resources and Development Manager
Competition Authority of Kenya
P.O. Box 36265-00200
Nairobi
or e-mail: recruitment@cak.go.ke
So as to reach him not later than close of business on 3rd December, 2013. If you do not hear from us by 13th December, 2013, consider your application unsuccessful. The Competition Authority of Kenya is “An Equal Opportunity Employer” Women and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply”.
