FINANCE OFFICER

Key Responsibilities

• Providing strategic financial planning and implementation of the University Budget(s)
• Developing, implementing and monitoring financial, accounting and administrative policies and procedures
• Preparing statutory financial and annual reports in conformity with IFRS and regulatory bodies
• Providing liaison for internal and external auditors and safeguarding integrity of financial reporting
• Ensuring compliance with statutory returns and legislation
• Overseeing daily operations and advising management on resource optimization
• Managing revenue collection and tracking research grants and endowments
• Managing, mentoring and reviewing finance staff performance
• Providing administrative support and enforcing financial policies
• Preparing timely management reports
• Any other duties assigned by management

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Management, or related field
• CPA(K), ACCA finalist or equivalent professional qualification
• Member of relevant professional body in good standing
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in finance or accounting
• Knowledge of financial management regulations and accounting standards
• Experience in ERP systems and AI tools
• Strong analytical, reporting and planning skills

Personal Attributes

• Integrity and professionalism
• Leadership and supervisory skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and service excellence