Assistant Director, Management Accounting

Job Specifications

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Providing leadership and direction to the Management Accounting Section through people management to ensure the team operates effectively and efficiently in achieving organizational goals;
• Overseeing the preparation and presentation of accurate periodic financial reports and insights to management and stakeholders;
• Overseeing formulation, implementation and monitoring of budgets that are aligned to the organization’s goals and objectives;
• Overseeing coordination of financial audit and implementation of financial audit recommendations;
• Coordinating the implementation of financial plans and financial analysis, forecasts, and budgets of the plans to support strategic decision-making;
• Coordinating the implementation of cost management framework that optimize operational efficiency and minimize wastage;
• Coordinating the implementation of risk management framework in the section;
• Ensuring compliance with the relevant legal regulatory framework, standards and reporting requirements;
• Coordinating the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and software that support efficient operations and reporting;
• Coordinating the implementation and maintenance of internal controls that safeguard assets and ensure proper management of financial records;
• Assisting in developing and implementing financial strategies to achieve organization’s goals and objectives;
• Collaboration with other departments and stakeholders to achieve financial goals and support overall organizational objectives;
• Managing collaborations and partnerships with financial institutions for management of institutions funds and sponsorship.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• Served for a cumulative period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Principal Accountant or a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounts, Economics, Business Administration or any other relevant qualifications;
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or any other relevant qualifications;
• Passed the Certified Public Accountants (CPA- K) examination or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants in good standing;
• A valid practicing certificate where applicable;
• Leadership course certificate lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution;
• Certificate in Computer applications; and
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Supervisory skills;
• Financial Reporting skills;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Communication skills;
• Data analysis and problem solving;
• Team management skills;
• Emotional Intelligence;
• Ability to inspire teams;
• Strategic Leadership;
• Higher education financing knowledge;
• Financial management

Skills Required:

• Accounting / Finance
• Economics / Statistics
• Sales / Marketing / Business / Management