Finance and Accounting Manager - National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) is a State Corporation established under the Science, Technology and Innovation Act of 2013.The Commission is a Statutory Agency mandated to regulate and assure quality in the Science, Technology and Innovation sector and advise, promote and coordinate on all matters relating to Science, Technology, Innovation and Research issues necessary for proper co-ordination and economic developments of the Country.
To achieve this mandate the Commission seeks to fill the following vacant position:
Manager, Finance and Accounting
STIC Grade 12
Ref: NACOSTI/FA/STIC12/2015
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Manager, Finance and Accounting will be in charge of the Financial and Accounting operations of the Commission.
The Manager will be responsible to the Director, Finance and Administration for the following duties:-

Preparing budget estimates, expenditure/revenue monitoring and forecasts

Ensuring prioritization of programs and activities for results-based allocation of resources

Ensuring prioritization of projects and activities for the purpose of financial allocations in the budget

Overseeing of commitment of funds and expenditure trends in line with Government Circulars

Recommending reallocations within Budgeted heads and programmes and the overall financial management and control of voted funds

Offering strategic leadership on all matters pertaining to prudent financial management

Developing and review Budget Policy for the Commission

Developing, implementing and ensuring compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures

Preparing and maintaining timely and accurate financial statement and reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Preparing periodic financial and account report to aid management decision making

Preparing final financial statements.Minimum Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or its equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya.
In addition, candidates must have eight (8) years experience in finance or accounting fields, three (3) of which must be at Senior Management position in the Public service or Private sector.
Candidates who have obtained the following qualifications will have an added advantage:

Be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (K) or its equivalent professional qualification

Be a registered member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)

Good standing with a registered professional body

Be proficient in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).Key Competencies:

Good communication and writing skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Analytical and strategic planning

Drive for results and achievementHow to Apply
Interested Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications enclosing copies of updated Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates.
Additionally, they should provide names of three (3) referees one of whom must be an immediate or past supervisor.
A copy of national identity card, details of remuneration history and current contact must be provided.
Candidates shortlisted for interview for the three (3) posts of Directors (STIC 13) must further submit the following:
1. Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID)
2. Clearance letter from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
3. Tax compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
4. Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
5. Clearance by the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC)
NB: Candidates with Degrees from Universities outside Kenya must submit a Certificate of Equation and Recognition from the Commission for University Education (CUE).
The successful Candidates for the positions of Directors – STIC Grade 13, will be engaged on a five (5) years Contract renewable for one further term of equivalent period..
Applications must clearly indicate the Reference (REF) of the vacancy (on the envelope and letter) and should be sent either by post to:-
The Director General/CEO
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation
P.O Box 30623 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Or
Hand-delivered to Utalii House, Utalii lane, off Uhuru Highway, 9th Floor, Room 902, to be received by Friday 2nd April 2015 at 5.00 p.m.
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and all qualified Kenyans are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.