Finance & Accounts Officer II Job in Kenya - SHA

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required:

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: – 

  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce (Finance option), Economics, Business Administration (Finance option), Business Management (Finance option) Finance its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; 
  • Certified Public Accountant II (CPA II) by Kenya Accounts and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and 
  • Proficiency in computer application skills.

Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for implementing financial policies, maintaining books of accounts, monitoring revenue and expenditure, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.

Key Responsibilities 


  • Implementing financial regulations, policies, strategies and plans; 
  • Implementing Budgetary and cost control; 
  • Maintaining books of accounts and financial records; 
  • Implementing internal financial controls; 
  • Preparing regulatory and statutory financial reports and statements; 
  • Maintaining accurate and complete financial records of the Authority; 
  • Preparing payment vouchers; 
  • Participating in the collating of financial estimates and determination of aggregate expenditure; 
  • Managing the petty cash; and 
  • Participating in the revenue collection processes.

To access the full advertisement, including detailed job descriptions, core functions, and person specifications, kindly visit the SHA website at https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/

Application Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya by submitting valid and current copies of the following:

  • Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
  • Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
  • Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
  • Clearance Certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
  • Report from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications, including:

  • A detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
  • Copies of academic and professional certificates.
  • A cover letter demonstrating suitability for the position.
  • Contacts of at least three professional referees.

Applications should be addressed to: The Chairperson Social Health Authority P. O Box 30443-00100 Ragati Road NAIROBI

Applications can be submitted online on https://recruitment.sha.go.ke/ or physically delivered to the SHA building 10th floor by clearly marking the position applied for on the envelope.

Deadline

All applications must be received by 5.00 pm 18th November, 2025.

Terms of Service

A competitive remuneration package as advised by the Salaries & Remuneration Commission will be offered to the successful candidate.