Senior Accountant - Eldoret at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the full lifecycle of EDCTP and other donor-funded research grants, from pre-award through implementation, reporting, and closeout.
Ensure strict adherence to funder requirements, institutional policies, and applicable regulatory frameworks across all grant activities.
Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial and narrative reports, while maintaining comprehensive grant files, audit trails, and documentation.
Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets; track expenditures, conduct variance analyses, and prepare financial forecasts and cash-flow projections.
Work closely with finance teams to ensure proper cost allocation, disbursements, and readiness for internal and external audits.
Coordinate with Principal Investigators, project teams, partner institutions, EDCTP, and other funders on reporting, compliance issues, project updates, modifications, no-cost extensions, and budget realignments.
Facilitate partner agreements, fund transfers, and procurement processes in compliance with both institutional and donor guidelines.
Mentor junior administrative and finance staff, strengthen grant-management systems, and keep teams updated on evolving donor policies and best practices.

Vacancy Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

Minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience in grant or financial management.
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:
- Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option)
- Business Management (Accounting/Finance Option)
- Economics
- Or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
CPA (K) or its equivalent qualification.
Registered member of ICPAK and in good standing.
Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution.

Added Advantage

Master’s degree in a relevant field (Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or Economics).

Skills & Competencies

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