Assistant Director Accounts

About the role

Bandari Maritime Academy is recruiting an Assistant Director Accounts in Nairobi (Westlands). The post reports to the Deputy Director Finance & Accounts and covers the implementation of accounting policies, preparation of financial statements, tax matters, internal controls and supervision of the accounts section. The terms of service are permanent and pensionable.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure implementation of accounting policies under the Public Financial Management Act 2012, National Treasury guidelines and other legal provisions.
• Maintain proper books of accounts and prepare management accounts, end-of-year and annual financial statements for management and external reporting.
• Update the Board on tax matters and file the necessary taxes.
• Identify and report non-compliance with financial systems and financial risks.
• Liaise with other departments, give procedural guidance and handle staff enquiries on payments.
• Implement internal controls and coordinate monthly accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank reconciliations.
• Pay suppliers promptly and review the payroll for accurate salary payments.
• Monitor and forecast cash flows and manage allocated funds and internally generated income.
• Initiate development and review of financial policies, safeguard assets and records, and ensure staff development in the section.

Required profile

• Cumulative service of twelve years, including three years at the grade of Principal Accountant.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or a relevant field from a recognised university.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Commerce, Accounts or a relevant field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)K and member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya in good standing.
• Management/leadership course of at least four weeks from a recognised institution.
• Demonstrated professional competence and proficiency in computer applications.

What we offer

• Basic salary of Kshs. 111,500 to 284,300 per month.
• House allowance of Kshs. 30,000, commuter allowance of Kshs. 16,000 and leave allowance of Kshs. 10,000.
• Permanent and pensionable terms of service.

To apply, complete the application form and send the required documents by email, stating the job reference number and title in the subject line.