Deputy Director, Finance & Accounts

The Deputy Director, Finance & Accounts at the National Legal Aid Service (NLAS) is responsible for implementing financial regulations, policies, and guidelines, developing internal controls, and ensuring the prudent utilization of financial resources.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementing financial regulations, policies and guidelines in the provision of finance and accounts services;
• Developing and implementing Internal Financial Controls;
• Maintaining accurate and complete financial record of NLAS and regularly review the financial system;
• Undertaking project appraisals and capital budgeting;
• Preparing budget proposal and cash flow projections;
• Implementation, monitoring and reviewing of the budget;
• Ensuring prudent utilization of financial resources;
• Conducting and facilitating training and research in the department;
• Preparing the financial reports, financial statement and submit to relevant stakeholders; and
• Ensuring compliance with applicable financial statutory obligation and circulars.

Requirements for Appointment

• At least fifteen (15) years cumulative work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Finance & Account or in a comparable position in the private or public sector;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics, Business Administration/ Management (Finance or Accounting option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics, Business Administration/Management (Finance or Accounting Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership to the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) OR Associate of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) or any other relevant professional body in good standing;
• Certificate in Leadership Course;
• A valid practicing license where applicable;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and result.

Remuneration

• NLAS Grade 3: Kshs. 202,875 to Kshs. 357,313 per month.