Vacancies at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

Project Accountant Job Vacancy

Apply for the Project Accountant position in Nairobi. Join a leading organization and oversee financial planning, budget control, project accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting for a major construction project.

Job Overview

A leading organization is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to oversee the financial management of a major construction project in Nairobi. Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO), with a dotted reporting line to the Project Director, the successful candidate will ensure financial integrity, compliance, accountability, and effective budget management throughout the project lifecycle.

This opportunity is ideal for finance professionals with extensive experience in project accounting, construction finance, ERP systems, and financial reporting.

Position Summary

The Project Accountant will be responsible for financial planning, budgeting, cash flow management, project accounting, tax compliance, procurement oversight, financial reporting, risk management, and project close-out while working closely with project teams to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Establish project cost baselines and implement budget controls.
• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis with recommendations.
• Track committed, actual, and forecasted project costs.

Cash Flow & Funding Management

• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts.
• Manage project funding disbursements and liquidity planning.
• Monitor funding against project milestones.
• Identify liquidity requirements and support treasury planning.
• Assess foreign exchange and inflation risks affecting project cash flows.

Cost Monitoring & Payments

• Monitor expenditures against approved budgets.
• Review contractor and consultant invoices, payment certificates, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with eTIMS requirements.
• Facilitate timely processing of project payments.

Accounting & Financial Control

• Record project transactions accurately within ERP/FIS systems.
• Maintain project-specific general ledger accounts.
• Ensure timely capitalization of completed assets in accordance with IFRS.

Tax Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Kenyan tax laws and statutory obligations.
• Manage input VAT reconciliation, claims, and documentation.
• Liaise with tax authorities and internal stakeholders on tax matters.

Asset Management

• Maintain an up-to-date register of movable project assets.
• Coordinate asset tagging, recording, and transfer to the Fixed Asset Register.
• Ensure proper safeguarding and documentation of project assets.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Perform reconciliations between budget monitoring tools and ERP systems.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with donor, regulatory, and internal financial policies.

Procurement & Contract Management

• Support procurement through financial due diligence.
• Review financial terms of contracts and monitor compliance.

Risk Management

• Identify project financial risks.
• Develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain financial risk registers.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with internal departments, contractors, consultants, donors, and project teams.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Project Close-Out

• Coordinate project financial closure.
• Reconcile budgets and expenditures.
• Verify fulfillment of contractual financial obligations.
• Prepare final financial reports.
• Support asset capitalization and project handover.
• Document financial lessons learned.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA (K), ACCA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Project Management is an added advantage.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in project accounting.
• Proven experience managing finances for large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.
• Experience working with donor-funded or non-profit organizations is highly desirable.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar ERP systems.
• Excellent knowledge of Kenyan tax laws and financial regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Kenyan citizenship.

Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Project financial management.
• Budgeting and forecasting.
• Cash flow and treasury management.
• Financial reporting and analysis.
• Tax compliance.
• ERP systems proficiency.
• Risk management.
• Contract and procurement oversight.
• Stakeholder management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Why Join This Organization?

This opportunity offers experienced finance professionals the chance to manage the financial operations of a major construction project while working alongside multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic and professional environment.

Job Details

Position: Project Accountant

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Nairobi

Experience: Minimum 7 Years

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the employer's official recruitment portal.

Disclaimer

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Driver Job Vacancy

Meta Description

Apply for the Driver position in Nairobi. Join a leading educational institution and provide safe transportation services while supporting logistics, vehicle maintenance, and administrative operations.

Job Overview

A leading educational institution is seeking a professional Driver to support daily transportation and logistical operations in Nairobi. The successful candidate will ensure safe transportation of staff, students, and visitors while maintaining assigned vehicles in excellent operating condition.

Position Summary

The Driver will be responsible for transporting staff, students, and visitors, supporting school logistics, maintaining vehicle records, conducting routine vehicle inspections, and ensuring compliance with road safety regulations and organizational policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport staff, students, and visitors for official duties and school activities.
• Support logistics for school events, educational trips, and sports activities.
• Collect and deliver documents, mail, and parcels.
• Perform administrative errands and authorized purchases.
• Pay utility bills and other assigned institutional charges.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report maintenance requirements.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and roadworthiness.
• Keep accurate mileage, fuel, and trip records.
• Comply with traffic laws, safety regulations, and organizational policies.

Qualifications and Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
• Valid Kenyan Driving License (Class D1/D2/D3) with PSV endorsement.
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Minimum 3 years of professional driving experience.
• Experience driving in an educational institution is an added advantage.
• Defensive Driving and First Aid certification are an added advantage.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle mechanical maintenance is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Safe and defensive driving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism and integrity.
• Time management and reliability.
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Record-keeping and organizational skills.
• Customer service and stakeholder engagement.

Why Join This Organization?

This opportunity offers experienced drivers the chance to work in a professional educational environment while contributing to safe transportation services and efficient daily operations.

Job Details

Position: Driver

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Nairobi

Experience: Minimum 3 Years

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the employer's official recruitment portal.

Disclaimer

Job Openings Kenya publishes employment opportunities to help job seekers access vacancies from reputable employers. We do not charge any fee for job applications and are not involved in the recruitment process. Always apply through the employer's official recruitment channel and beware of recruitment scams requesting payment.

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