Assistant Director, Finance and Accounts Job Kenya-AIST

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

• Spearheading the development, implementation and review of financial and accounting policies, strategies, regulations, guidelines and procedures;
• Ensuring financial prudence and discipline in financial accounting, planning, treasury management and budgetary controls in compliance with Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) 2012;
• Spearheading the preparation of the annual budget, Public Expenditure Review and Mid-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) of budget proposals and cash flow projections;
• Initiating proposals seeking funds for additional expenditure;
• Analyzing budget estimates and monitoring commitments on expenditures for recurrent, development and donor funds;
• Coordinating tax planning and administration in compliance with relevant laws;
• Ensuring safe custody of cash, cheques, financial records and other accountable documents;
• Maintaining an inventory on all bank accounts of the Institute and their approved signatories;
• Spearheading preparation and submission of financial and management reports in accordance with the laid down guidelines;
• Overseeing the day to day running of the financial matters in the Institute;
• Advising the Ag. Principal /Vice Chancellor and the Council on the financial position of the Institute and actions which should be taken to advance its position.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through the Kenya-AIST online recruitment portal

Each application shall be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, two (2) letters of references and one (1) should be from former supervisor, and other relevant supporting documents.

Successful candidates will be required to provide clearance from (a) Kenya Revenue Authority, (b) Higher Education Loans Board, (c) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, and (d) a Certificate of Good Conduct from Criminal Investigation Department.

Deadline: Applications must be received on or before 21st July, 2025.

To note:

Kenya-AIST is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to implementing the provisions of Article 232 (i) of the Constitution.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.