Mater Misericordiae Hospital Cost Accountant Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
Support effective financial management and strategic decision-making by maintaining accurate financial records, conducting cost analysis and providing insights on infrastructure projects, donor-funded programmes and healthcare service delivery costs.
Drive affordability, competitiveness and sustainability of healthcare services through project costing, care package design, financial reporting and operational analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Project Accounting & Financial Reporting
Prepare and maintain accurate financial records for infrastructure and donor-funded projects.
Generate financial reports and management insights to support strategic decision-making.
Monitor project expenditures and ensure accurate allocation of project costs.
Maintain up-to-date financial records and documentation for all assigned projects.
Support compliance with financial reporting requirements and project funding guidelines.
Cost Analysis & Cost Management
Track and analyze direct and indirect costs associated with inpatient and outpatient healthcare services.
Generate cost analysis reports and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
Monitor cost trends and recommend measures to improve operational effectiveness.
Support hospital management with data-driven recommendations on cost optimization.
Contribute to the delivery of affordable and sustainable healthcare services.
Project Costing & Liquidity Planning
Coordinate with Accounts Payable teams in planning project payments and cash requirements.
Support liquidity management and expenditure planning to avoid project implementation delays.
Monitor project budgets and payment schedules to ensure budget adherence.
Support financing cost management and efficient utilization of available funds.
Care Package Development & Market Competitiveness
Collect and analyze feedback from patients, caregivers, payers and hospital staff regarding existing care packages.
Conduct periodic reviews of healthcare service packages against market conditions and patient needs.
Design and cost new care packages in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Ensure healthcare packages comply with legal, regulatory and quality standards.
Recommend improvements that enhance service responsiveness, affordability and competitiveness.
Budgeting & Financial Planning
Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
Support development of financial plans and resource allocation models.
Provide costing
information and financial projections as required by management.
Contribute to financial planning initiatives and performance monitoring activities.
Audit & Compliance Support
Prepare audit schedules and supporting financial documentation.
Support internal and external audit activities.
Assist in maintaining compliance with accounting standards and financial controls.
Participate in implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
Perform any other finance-related duties assigned by management.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
CPA Section IV qualification or ACCA Part II qualification.
Proficiency in accounting systems, financial reporting tools and Microsoft Office applications.
Experience
Minimum two (2) years of relevant accounting, costing or financial analysis experience.
Experience in project accounting, healthcare finance or management accounting is an added advantage.
Experience supporting budgeting, costing and audit processes is desirable.
Technical Skills
Cost Accounting and Cost Analysis.
Project Accounting and Financial Reporting.
Healthcare Costing and Pricing Analysis.
Financial Planning and Budgeting.
Accounting Reconciliations.
Cash Management and Liquidity Planning.
Financial Data Analysis.
Audit Preparation and Compliance Support.
Management Reporting.
Financial Modelling and Forecasting.
Microsoft Excel and Spreadsheet Analysis.
Accounting Systems and ERP Applications.
Skills and Competencies
High Level of Integrity.
Strong Knowledge of Accounting Reconciliation Processes.
Cash Management Expertise.
Analytical Thinking and Financial Analysis.
Problem-Solving Skills.
Attention to Detail and Accuracy.
Excellent Interpersonal Skills.
Good Verbal and Written Communication Skills.
Organizational and Planning Skills.
Accountability and Professional Ethics.
Personal Attributes
Highly analytical and detail-oriented.
Results-driven and proactive.
Professional and dependable.
Strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical conduct.
Collaborative team player.
Committed to continuous improvement and service excellence.
How to Apply
If you are interested in the above position and you meet the requirements listed, please send your application together with a detailed CV, Copies of Academic Certificates, three 3 referees and include their telephone contacts and email address to hrrecruit@materkenya.com so as to reach us not later than 9 th November 2026.
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