Vacancy title:
Deputy Finance Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Accounting & Finance]

Jobs at:
Rongo University

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, September 24 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, September 17 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

An officer at this level shall:

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to assess the University's financial performance and position.
• Conduct variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial forecasting to identify opportunities for cost savings, revenue enhancement, and operational efficiency improvements.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making and strategic planning initiatives.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the University's annual operating budget and long-term financial plans.
• Collaborate with departmental managers and budget owners to prepare budget proposals, track budget expenditures, and assess budgetary performance against targets.
• Forecast financial outcomes and project future financial trends based on historical data, market trends, and operational assumptions.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and general ledger maintenance.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions, adherence to accounting principles and standards, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Review financial reports, reconciliations, and journal entries prepared by accounting staff to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard University assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and control evaluations to identify control weaknesses, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders to facilitate financial audits and compliance reviews.
• Evaluate, implement, and maintain financial systems, software applications, and technology solutions to streamline accounting processes and enhance data integrity.
• Provide training, support, and guidance to accounting staff on the use of financial systems, tools, and technologies to optimize productivity and accuracy.
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment
To be appointed to this grade, a candidate must:

• Have a Master’s degree from a recognized institution in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Have CPA (K) or equivalent qualification.
• Have at least fifteen (15) years of relevant experience, six (6) of which must be in a senior position at the level of Accountant or above.
• Be a registered member of ICPAK or any other recognized accounting professional body in good standing.
• Be computer literate.
• Have training in public relations.
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• A PhD in a relevant area will be an added advantage.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 180

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Mode of Application Interested applicants are required to submit ten (10) copies of their applications containing copies of the application letters, updated Curriculum Vitae, ALL academic and professional qualifications including transcripts, work experience and other relevant certificates and testimonials. The reference number of the position applied for MUST be indicated on the application letter and the envelope.

Applications should be addressed to:

Deputy Vice-Chancellor,
Administration, Finance & Planning,
P.O. Box 103-40404,
RONGO.

Applicants are advised to contact their referees and request them to send reference letters to the above address on sealed envelopes. For further details and job requirements of the positions, please visit the

Rongo University website www.rongovarsity.ac.ke/vacancies.

Rongo University is an equal opportunity employer and, therefore, applicants of either gender, persons with disabilities and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit their applications so as to be received on or before 24th September 2025 at 5:00pm.

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