Nzoia Water Services Company limited was established in 2005 with the objective of providing clean drinking water in the cluster towns of Webuye, Bungoma, Kitale and Kimlili.
In line with the vision and mission of the company, Nzowasco is seeking to recruit qualified, dynamic and result oriented individuals to fill the positions of:
Chief Accountant
Ref NZOWASCO/06/10
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Commercial &Finance manager, the Chief Accountant will be responsible for the effective management of all the Accounting functions within the department.
The role
Manage and supervise all the financial aspects of the Company operations, particularly as they relate to cash flow and financial
Advise management on appropriate financial policies and objectives for the Company including financial performance targets, tariff policies, revenue collection strategies and all other aspects of financial management necessary to achieve the requirements of the Corporate Plan.
Periodically assess the accounting and commercial practices of the Company and develop and implement improvements when required.
Ensure the maintenance of accounting records of sufficient quality to meet the requirements of internal financial management, generation of management reports and external audits.
Periodically prepare annual and long-term capital and revenue budgets and ensure compliance to the same.
Ensure the provision and maintenance of comprehensive Management information system to the department that satisfy the requirements and conforms to the Company policy, procedures and standards.
Prepare interim and final accounts in liaison with the head of department
Liaising with internal and external auditors in implementing audit recommendations
Prepare structured and adhoc management reports as they relate to finance.
Ensure timely filling of statutory returns with relevant authorities and follow ups of tax refunds.
Supervise and appraise staff in the department
Ensure timely processing of payouts and management of suppliers
Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations and adequate reviews on the same
The person
Degree in Commerce/Business Administration or other relevant qualification and CPA(K) with 2 Years post qualification experience in Business Management or similar capacity
Conversant with IFRS
Keeping a breast with emerging trends in Finance and accounting
Excellent computer skills especially on computerized accounts
Experience in people management and development of teams.
Experience in management of performance
Application procedures:
Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and a CV (in hard copy) stating their current position and expected remuneration to Managing Director, P.O Box 1010-50200 Webuye on or before 10th December, 2010.
Please quote the job reference on your application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB: Those who had applied need not reapply.
