• This position is responsible for ensuring prudent and optimum utilization of funds and preparing financial reports. The position is also responsible for facilitating the development of organizational policies, systems and procedures and for coordinating delivery of quality services in Finance & Accounting, Human Resources & Administration, Information, Communication Technology (ICT) and Procurement Management.

Key responsibilities

• Formulate and develop policies, plan, systems, procedures and strategies in the functional areas of Finance & Accounting, Human Resource & Administration, ICT and Procurement Management for the Association.
• Develop sound financial management policies, procedures and controls to ensure integrity and consistency with relevant legislative framework.
• Ensure maintenance, preparation and updating of the books of accounts.
• Ensure timely preparation of the annual budget and budgetary control and variance analysis reports.
• Ensure timely preparation of periodic financial reports and statements.
• Ensure preparation of monthly cash flow statements and bank reconciliation statements.
• Design accounting policies, systems and procedures in line with generally accepted accounting standards.
• Ensure the development of appropriate financial information management systems.
• Develop a policy framework for attracting, motivating, developing and retaining staff to ensure the association attracts, recruits, and retains skilled and qualified employees.
• Oversee recruitment, performance management, training, talent management, succession planning and employee relations.
• Administer competitive compensation and benefits strategies and systems.
• Oversees payroll management and ensure compliance with statutory deductions.
• Coordinate the development of performance management tools and standards and mechanism for ensuring compliance with the set performance targets.
• Ensure timely remittance of statutory deductions and general compliance with statutory requirements.
• Oversees the development of procurement management strategies, policies, systems and procedures.
• Ensure efficient and effective ICT services and systems are in place.
• Oversees office administration, facilities management, record management, and transport services.
• Ensure the organization complies with relevant laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Manages service providers, reviews and maintains service providers contract agreements.
• Provide leadership in the Division through supervision, coaching, mentoring, training, and development of the departmental staff to ensure an effective and motivated team.

Requirements for the position

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in either Business Administration, Commerce., Finance or its equivalent from a recognized university. A Masters degree in the same field is an added advantage.
• Must have at least 5 years managerial experience in financial management and administration.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or other relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Certificate in Leadership Course.
• Proficiency in computer applications, and
• Demonstrated managerial, administrative, and professional competence in work performance and results.