Role Overview
The Senior Finance Officer, Payroll, will be a key member of the Payroll Section team within the Finance Department. Reporting to the...
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Deadline: Sep 18, 2025
Requirements
Qualifications
• Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting or any other relevant degree from a reputable university.
• Professional qualification(s) in accounting e.g. CPA (K), ACCA or equivalent.
• Membership of ICPAK or ACCA.
Work Experience
Four (4) years post qualification experience in a busy accounting related area.
Competencies
Technical Competencies
• Must have good understanding of Payroll Management and processes.
• A good understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Excellent grasp of Financial & Management Accounting.
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems.
• Knowledge of Human Resource policies and practices.
• Excellent knowledge of Accounts Analysis and Reconciliation.
• Good grasp Taxation & relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of pension rules and regulations.
• Analytical acumen
Behavioural/ General Competencies
• Leadership and people management.
• High level of interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
• Critical & analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Project management skills.
• Organizational and administrative skills.
• Strategic thinking and decision making and ability to identify and recommend emerging trends.
• Independence of thought and objectivity.
• Lives the CBK values.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Risk management awareness.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive change.
• Ability to work under pressure of deadlines.
• Emotional intelligence.
Posted: Sep 1, 2025