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Introduction
Aga Khan University is a private, not for profit, international University established in 1983, with 11 teaching sites in eight countries. Since 2001, AKU has offered academic programs in nursing, medicine and education in East Africa. The Graduate School of Media & Communications is set to offer its Master of Arts program in January 2018.
Applications are invited from appropriately qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi Kenya. The position holder will report to the Coordinator, Finance, Aga Khan University. S/he will be expected to play a key role in general ledger accounting and monthly reporting.
Responsibilities
• Ensure suppliers payments are done on time within credit period stipulated
• Facilitate monthly closing of books and unit journals and ensure accurate monthly reporting
• Prepare daily reports and reconcile bank balances, following up on all outstanding issues
• Reconcile fixed assets register with the general ledger, forwarding all additions to insurance on time
• Update student’s accounts
• Organize audit schedules and prepare final accounts for year-end audits
Requirements
• Bachelor’ s degree in Accounting and Finance from a recognized University
• Professional Accounting qualifications ACCA/CPA (K)
• 3 years’ work experience
• Excellent knowledge and use of accounting application software
• Excellent communication skills – written and oral in English and Kiswahili
To Apply
Your cover letter, together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, the names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates should be sent to, the Manager, Human Resources, Aga Khan University’s Campus Nairobi, Kenya. P. O. Box 30270-00100 or by email to [email protected]
Applications by email are preferred. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Applications should be submitted latest by January 23, 2018