Accountant
Current● Reviewing and analyzing accounting data, preparing reports aligned with International Public Sector Accounting Standards.● Crafting annual budgets and quarterly forecasts to optimize financial planning.● Scrutinizing documents for accuracy and validity, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.● Verifying invoices and payment vouchers, ensuring approval and accuracy for timely payments.● Managing departmental votes within budget, providing insightful periodic reports for informed decision-making.● Ensuring precise recording and analysis of revenues and expenses in system ledgers.● Resolving discrepancies and irregularities in various system ledgers, ensuring financial accuracy.● Coordinating and managing payments for service providers, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.● Examining bank statements and preparing reconciliation reports for comprehensive financial oversight.● Supervising reconciliation staff, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in their responsibilities.● Performing attesting functions for financial transactions in accordance with allocation policies.● Timely processing of statutory deductions (NSSF, NHIF, NITA, PAYE) payments.● Utilizing Dynamic NAV Classic Software for university payroll processing and supplier payments.● Managing fixed assets register and capital projects, preventing theft and ensuring control.● Preparing financial accounts for University Income Generating Units (IGUs) to support decision-making.● Overseeing student income receipts, lecturer claims, and efficiently managing all related processes.● Fulfilling additional duties as assigned by the Head of Finance to support overall operations.Other Roles● Contributed to Chuka University Tender Committee, overseeing crucial infrastructural procurements.● Appointed to the Chuka University Retirement Benefit Scheme and Staff Medical Committees.● Member of Chuka University Disciplinary Committee, ensuring adherence to established standards
