DEPUTY DIRECTOR of BUDGETS & PAYABLES

DEPUTY DIRECTOR, BUDGETS & PAYABLES (INTERNAL)

Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a chartered and ISO 9001:2015 certified University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education. The University is a member of the Inter-University Council of East Africa as well as the Association of Commonwealth Universities. MKU is largely known for its dynamic, comprehensive and thorough academic and vocational training system as well as linkages with internationally reputable institutions. The University operates from the main campus in Thika with campuses in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Eldoret and Meru, as well as Open Distance and Electronic Learning (ODEL) centres located in major towns in Kenya, Burundi, Somaliland and Uganda.

In pursuit of fulfilling the Mission and Vision of the University, the Directorate of Human Resource is mandated to facilitate and support the Mission and operations of the University by enabling it to continue attracting, developing and retaining the right number of suitably qualified staff so as to maintain the University competitive edge. MKU invites applications from suitably qualified, visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals with impeccable track record to fill the following position.

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• PhD in relevant area of specialisation
•  Must be a Certified Public Accountant CPA (K). 
•  Registered member of ICPAK
• Possession of Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) will be an added advantage
•  Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a senior finance position (Grade 11) within MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution
•  Computer literacy

OR

• Masters of Commerce (Accounting/Finance)
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant CPA( K) 
• Registered member of ICPAK
• 5years’ experience as a senior accountant in Grade 11 within MKU or at a similar position in a recognized academic institution
• Computer literacy

Key responsibilities also include

Duties and responsibilities:

• Supervise staff reporting to him/her
• Assisting the finance Director in preparation of university master budget.
• Preparation of budget variance report.
• Verification and approval of payment vouchers.
• Preparation of Monthly creditors ageing schedules.
• Processing and posting Payroll Journals.
• Verification of daily cashier reports.
• Supervise uploading of departmental budgets in the ERP.
• Authorization of Petty cash vouchers.
• Ensure university payments are in line with the approved payment schedules.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

• All applications MUST be through the MKU recruitment online portal.

  Deadline 14th December 2023