National Defence University - Kenya (NDU-K), established under the Universities Education Act, 2012, is looking to recruit a Finance and Accounts Officer - Grade 9. The University offers specialized education in Defence and security sectors and is based at Lanet, Nakuru County. This role involves maintaining financial records, managing ledgers, and ensuring the accuracy of statutory and student-related financial transactions.
Duties and Responsibilities
Preparing and reviewing periodic expenditures return.
Maintaining the general ledger and ensuring accuracy in financial records.
Assisting in tax accounting and the timely remittance of statutory deductions.
Keeping safe custody of all payments and journal vouchers.
Checking and processing contract payments and other university disbursements.
Issuing demand notes and following up on delinquent accounts.
Maintaining up-to-date asset registers.
Preparing payment vouchers and bank reconciliation statements.
Ascertaining the accuracy of Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) returns and updating student details.
Reconciling student accounts and preparing customer invoices for services rendered.
Undertaking regular banking duties.
Participating in quality management and performance contracting processes.
Requirements for Appointment
Cumulative service period of at least three (3) years’ relevant work experience at the grade of Finance and Accounts Officer II or in a comparable position.
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or its equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Part II or equivalent qualification from an accredited examination body.
Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
Proficiency in computer applications.
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Required Documents for Shortlisted Candidates
Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following during interviews:
National Identity Card.
Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts.
Clearances from: Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Registered Credit Reference Bureaus (CRB), and Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Police Clearance Certificate).
Letter of recognition of qualifications from the Commission for University Education (CUE) for degrees obtained from foreign universities.
Recommendations from relevant professional bodies.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted electronically (online) via email to: recruitment2026@ndu.ac.ke.
Include the following in your application:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
A copy of your ID/Passport.
Copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
Ensure the email subject line contains the Position Applied for and the Reference Number (as found on the university website). All applications must reach the National Defence University-Kenya on or before 2nd March 2026, 5:00 pm (East Africa Time). Detailed job specifications can be found at www.ndu.ac.ke.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted electronically via email to recruitment2026@ndu.ac.ke.
Your application packet must include:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
A copy of your National ID or Passport.
Copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
Note: Clearly state the position applied for and the Ref number in the subject line. Applications must be received by 2nd March 2026 at 5:00 pm (EAT). Shortlisted candidates will need to provide clearances from KRA, EACC, HELB, CRB, and DCI (Police Clearance). More info at www.ndu.ac.ke.
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