ERC Accountant Job Vacancy

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The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a State Corporation established under the Energy Act 2006.;

The Commission is mandated as the energy sector regulatory agency responsible for economic and technical regulation of Electric Power, Renewable Energy and Downstream Petroleum sub-sectors.

To achieve this mandate the Commission is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, experienced, result oriented and highly motivated individuals to fill the following positions:

Accountant (ERC/ACC/02.09 Job Grade 7)

Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the position holder will ensure that financial records and reports of the Commission are accurate, complete and relevant.

He/she will also prepare and present reports on performance contract.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations;
• Prepare annual work plan, quarterly and annual performance reports;
• Manage the treasury function which includes management of the bank accounts to ensure adequate funding, negotiation of interest and exchange rates;
• Ensure adequate liaison with bankers in relation to entries in bank statements and general operations of the bank accounts;
• Provide information required by internal and external auditors, respond to audit queries, and provide audit information and schedules;
• Develop Management reports using the financial management system and ensure integrity of the accounting system as well as assist users to understand and use the system effectively;
• Run end of period closure of entries to ensure accurate financial reporting for the period;
• Continuously confirm that the Commission’s Trial Balance is balanced, and that the entries therein are accurate and reflective of the balances in the individual ledger accounts (Ledger reconciliations);
• Ensure that there are adequate internal control procedures to minimize loss of income or misuse of Commission assets by conducting appropriate risk assessment and ensuring that the set procedures are adhered to;
• Assist in preparation of the Commission annual budget;
• Assist in creditors and debtors control including ensuring timely payment to suppliers and staff; and
• Ensure that all tax and other statutory related.
• Qualification, Experience & Skills
• A bachelors degree in Commerce, Business Administration or related fields;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPAK)/ ACCA or equivalent and a member of respective professional association.
• At five (5 ) years relevant experience;
• Must have working experience in Microsoft Dynamics Nav or equivalent ERP.
• Proven competency in computer literacy

How to Apply
If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria set above, please submit your application not later than 5:00pm on 21st March 2014 attaching a copy of clearance certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), copies of your education and professional certificates, national identity card, a detailed CV stating your current employer, position held, current and expected salary, e-mail, telephone contacts among other information.;

The reference number of the position applied for should be clearly written on the envelope and application should be sent or delivered to:

International Development Partners (EA) LTD.Block B2,
Haven Court Waiyaki Way
Opposite Lions Place Westlands
P.O Box 11826 – 00100
Nairobi

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ERC is an equal opportunity employer and female applicants and persons with disability who possess the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.