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Vacancy title:
Principal Accountant
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Accounting & Finance, Management, Civil & Government]
Jobs at:
Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, February 23 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 3 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) is a state corporation established under the Universities Act, 2012. Its mandate is to coordinate the placement of candidates to universities and colleges, as well as career guidance.
Job Purpose
Coordinate matters relating to efficient mobilization and utilization of financial resources.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate budgets, statutory submissions, work plans; supervise risk management, performance systems, governance principles, and staff mentoring.
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Business Management, Business Administration (Accounting/Finance) or equivalent.
Professional Qualifications
- CPA(K).
- Member of ICPAK in good standing.
- Management course (≥4 weeks).
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Fulfill Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Experience
9 years relevant experience, 3 at Senior Accountant level or comparable.
Functional/Behavioral Skills
Managerial, Problem-solving, Supervisory, Analytical, Project management, Team building, Creativity, Conceptual thinking, Planning & Organizing, Interpersonal, Coaching/Mentoring, Presentation, Conflict resolution, Computing, Networking, Report writing, Communication, Time management.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 108
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through the KUCCPS careers portal.
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