College Bursar Job in Kenya - Machakos Teachers College

College Bursar managing the institution’s financial operations including vouchers, bank reconciliations, financial statements and payroll, requiring CPA finalist qualification, at least 3 years accounting experience in a college or public educational institution and proficiency in QuickBooks and IPSAS reporting, in a college education environment, on-site role in Machakos.

Requirement for appointment to this grade:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) finalist.

At least 3 years of experience in accounting practice in a College or any Public Educational Institution.

Proficiency in computer applications and conversant with Quick Books.

Knowledge in IPSAS (International Public Sector Accounting Standards) reporting.

Knowledge on ERP operations.

Membership to the Institution of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) will be an added advantage.

Must have a certificate of good conduct.

Must be compliant with provisions of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Responsibilities

Verify Vouchers and committal documents in accordance to the set requirements and guidelines to ensure compliance.

Capture data and post to primary record books/documents i.e cash books and ledger.

Prepare information to banks on all the institution’s payments to ensure the banks discharge funds as appropriate to correct bank account.

Coordinating the administration of statutory accounts to ensure full compliance with laws and regulations, in order to reduce risks from non- compliance.

 Coordinate preparation of timely and proper bank reconciliation statements to show the correct liquidity of the institution.

Generate monthly financial statement/reports/accounts for the management to make informed financial decisions.

Ensure safe custody of the institution’s records for reference purposes to enhance easy retrieval of the information when preparing statements.

Prepare information on payment claims to ensure approval is supported by relevant documentation to enhance integrity, efficiency and effectiveness in the payment process.

Provide reports on the institution’s budget performance to ensure gaps in performance are identified and appropriate strategies developed and implemented in proactive manner.

Produce periodic cash flow and forecasting reports to advice on the availability  of funds critical for the implementation of the institutions budget.

Monitor the institution payments and receipts on a day- to- day basis.

Supervise staffs under him/her.

Perform any other duties assigned by the Senior Principal from time to time.

Maintain the Non – Teaching Staff Payroll.

How to Apply

NB: Interested and qualified candidates should submit a sealed envelope containing application documents to the College Reception or Administration Office, on or before 5th November, 2026, addressed to:

THE SENIOR PRINCIPAL/BOM SECRETARY
MACHAKOS TEACHERS COLLEGE
РО ВОX 124-90100
MACHAKOS