KNQA Head of Finance and Accounts Jobs in Kenya

KNQA Head of Finance and Accounts Jobs in Kenya


For appointment to this grade an officer must have at least;

  • A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience eight (8) of which should have been in management;

  • Bachelor’s Degree (KNQF Level 7 or equivalent) in Commerce, Business Administration, Business Management (Finance or Accounting option) or other relevant and equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

  • Master’s Degree (KNQF Level 9) in any of the following: Accounting, Business Administration,
    Finance or their equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;

  • Certified Public Accountant Part III (CPA K) or Associate of Certified Chartered Accountant
    (ACCA);

  • Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

  • Membership in good standing of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other recognized professional body;

  • Proficiency in computer applications;

  • Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

    Key Duties and responsibilities entails;

  • Managing all issues regarding the financing of Kenya National Qualifications Authority activities;

  • Participating in Development and implementation of sound financial management policies and procedures;

  • Consolidating the Authority printed budget estimates and revised budget as per guidelines issued by National Treasury;

  • Forecasting Annual cash flow requirements and coordinate preparation of annual budgets;

  • Scheduling all payments within the Authority budgetary provisions;

  • Ensuring Budgetary and cost control by reviewing expenditure returns from departments,
    prepare variance analysis and recommend corrective action;

  • Guiding other departments by interpreting government accounting policy
    and applying it in all operations of the Authority;

  • Planning and coordinating timely preparation of annual Work Plans and budget estimates;

  • Developing and managing internal controls and compliance;

  • Participate in Public Private Partnership program strategies and resource mobilization;

  • Analyzing and interpret financial reports and other accounting records;

  • Ensure prudent and optimal utilization of Authority funds and Assets;

  • Managing proper records of financial transactions;

  • Overseeing preparation of the final Annual Statement of Accounts in accordance with accounting standards and procedures and submission to relevant institutions;

  • Reviewing and ensuring timely and accurate preparation of management accounting reports on quarterly and annual basis;

  • Maintaining accurate and complete financial record of the Authority and regularly review the
    financial system;

  • Undertaking financial risk management;

  • Monitoring and evaluating funds applications and accountability;

  • Ensuring compliance with applicable financial statutory obligations and circulars;

  • Ensuring proper Revenue and Treasury Management and reporting.

    How to Apply

  • For more information and job application details, see; KNQA Head of Finance and Accounts Jobs in Kenya


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