Bwasco Water & Sewerage PLC is a public water and sanitation service provider in Bungoma County. Operating under a service provision agreement with the Lake Victoria North Water Works Development Agency (LVNWWDA), Bwasco delivers both potable water and wastewater services in line with national and county regulations.
The Manager, Finance and Accounting, will oversee the organization's financial health, ensuring fiscal integrity, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning. The successful candidate will manage the smooth functioning of accounts, payroll, and banking while implementing financial procedures and controls to enhance institutional efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting: Develop templates and compile section monthly reports; ensure accuracy and consistency of financial statements, including balance sheet reconciliations.
Operational Oversight: Manage daily financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and banking transactions.
Cash Flow Management: Monitor the company's cash flow to maintain liquidity and solvency, ensuring timely payment of all obligations.
Compliance: Enforce adherence to generally accepted accounting standards (IAS and IFRS) and implement the Finance and Accounting Manuals. Ensure timely statutory payments and levies.
Audit Coordination: Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure timely auditing is carried out on the organization.
Strategic Analysis: Analyze factors influencing business performance and perform financial planning to forecast future performance and mitigate risks.
Risk Management: Assess and manage financial risks to ensure business resilience against economic challenges.
Leadership: Supervise finance department employees, provide guidance, and administer staff appraisal tools.
Efficiency: Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and improve financial procedures and controls.
Internal Controls: Develop measures for controlling the issuance of credit notes and ensure quarterly stock taking and periodic cash counts.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics, or Accounting.
Professional certification: CPA-K/ACCA, CIFA, or equivalent.
Active member of a professional body in good standing.
Master's degree is an added advantage.
At least 10 years’ experience, with a minimum of 5 years in managerial positions.
Strategic Leadership Development Program (SLDP) or relevant qualification from a recognized institution (at least six weeks).
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to submit their application package, which should include a CV with three referees, an application letter, and copies of academic and professional certificates. The reference number REF: BWASCO/MD/HR/ 02/26 must be clearly indicated on the envelope. Applications must be submitted in hard copy addressed to:
Managing Director BWASCO Water and Sewerage PLC P.O. Box 1005- 50205 Webuye
Applications must be received on or before 27th May 2026 by 5.00pm.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to submit their CV with three referees, application letter, copies of academic and professional certificates in hard copy, indicating the reference number REF: BWASCO/MD/HR/ 02/26 on the envelope on or before 27th May 2026 by 5.00pm addressed to:
Managing Director
BWASCO Water and Sewerage PLC
P.O. Box 1005- 50205
Webuye
