Principal Finance Officer
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NQCL is recruiting a Principal Finance Officer to lead financial management, budgeting, accounting, revenue oversight and financial reporting. The role requires a relevant degree, CPA-K Part III, ICPAK membership, a management course, computer proficiency, and nine years of relevant experience.
- Leads finance strategy, budgeting, expenditure control, revenue monitoring and financial reporting.
- Requires nine years of relevant experience, including three years at senior finance officer level or equivalent.
- Applicants need a relevant bachelor's degree and must have passed CPA-K Part III.
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NQCL is recruiting a Principal Finance Officer to lead financial management, budgeting, accounting, revenue oversight and financial reporting. The role requires a relevant degree, CPA-K Part III, ICPAK membership, a management course, computer proficiency, and nine years of relevant experience.
- Leads finance strategy, budgeting, expenditure control, revenue monitoring and financial reporting.
- Requires nine years of relevant experience, including three years at senior finance officer level or equivalent.
- Applicants need a relevant bachelor's degree and must have passed CPA-K Part III.
- Membership in ICPAK or another recognized professional body is required.
- A management course lasting at least four weeks is required.
- Apply by 16th November 2026.
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National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) Principal Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya
National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) Principal Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
Provide leadership in financial management, budgeting, accounting, revenue management and financial reporting to ensure compliance with financial regulations and organizational policies.
Support effective financial planning, expenditure control, revenue monitoring and safeguarding of organizational financial resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies, guidelines, standards and procedures for Finance and Accounts operations.
- Approve payment vouchers and committal documents in accordance with established financial regulations and procedures.
- Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
- Monitor and evaluate revenue collection processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Prepare financial reports and analyze income and expenditure against approved budgets.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and reconciliation of debtors’ and creditors’ ledgers.
- Prepare and review management financial reports.
- Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date financial records, books of accounts and supporting documentation.
- Ensure timely preparation and review of bank reconciliation statements.
- Ensure safe custody of financial records, accounting documents, cheque books and organizational assets.
- Develop budget proposals, financial plans and forecasts.
- Review petty cash reconciliations and facilitate withdrawal of operational cash while ensuring adequate controls and security measures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Management (Accounting or Finance Option), Economics or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) Examination.
- Membership in the Institute of Certified
- Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or another recognized professional body in good standing.
- Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Experience
Minimum cumulative service period of nine (9) years of relevant work experience.
At least three (3) years of experience at the level of Senior Finance Officer or in a comparable position.
Key Competencies
Financial Management and Reporting.
Budget Development and Budgetary Control.
Accounting and Bookkeeping.
Revenue Management and Monitoring.
Financial Analysis and Forecasting.
Bank Reconciliation and Ledger Management.
Internal Financial Controls and Compliance.
Risk Management and Asset Protection.
CPA Professional Practice and Ethics.
Reporting, Documentation and Record Management.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills.
Leadership, Integrity and Accountability.
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