Accountants - Lake Victoria North Water Services Board

Lake Victoria North Water Services Board was established under the Water Act 2002, and is responsible for the efficient and economical provision of water and sewerage within its area of jurisdiction.

The Board seeks to recruit self driven and result oriented candidates to fill the following positions in Kakamega – Busia Water Supply:

1. Accountants
Ref: KBWS/P2/2011
2 Positions

Reporting to the Finance & Administration Manager, he/she will be responsible for among other things the following:

• Preparation and monitoring of budgets
• Ensuring billing and collections of revenues
• Ensuring compliance with statutory obligations (i.e. taxes, deductions)
• Preparation of timely and accurate financial management reports.
• Carrying out timely and accurate preparation of quality management accounts.
• Preparation of final accounts and financial statements.
• Reviewing financial policies and procedures.
• Formulation and enforcement of internal controls
• Overseeing the general expenditure and payroll processing functions.

Requirements for the position:

• Should be a holder of B. Com with CPA II with 3 years experience OR
• CPA (K) with 5 years experience.
• Excellent communication and public relation skills.
• Ability to work independently but also a team player.
• Proficiency in using all Microsoft Office Applications, and accounting software, preferably financial management information system; knowledge of sage pastel and prosoft payroll systems will be an added advantage.
• Good report writing skills.
• Experience in commercial/utility service industry will be an added advantage.

Interested candidates who meet the specified requirements should send their application letters, detailed CVs, copies of their certificates and testimonials to the address below to be received not later than 13th May, 2011.

The Managing Director
Kakamega – Busia Water Supply
Lake Victoria North Water Services Board.
P.O Box 673 – 50100
Kakamega

Or Email:info@lvnwsb.go.ke

NB: Lake Victoria North Water Services Board is an equal opportunity employer.