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Manager, Finance & Accounting Services
National Lottery Board (NLB)
Nairobi·Masters·Closed
At a glance
Senior finance management role at NLB covering budgeting, financial reporting, IPSAS/IFRS compliance, and internal controls. Requires a Masters plus Bachelor's in finance or accounting disciplines, CPA(K), ICPAK membership, and 12 years experience with 3 at Assistant Manager level. A good match for public-sector finance professionals with regulatory reporting experience.
SectorFinance
GradeNLB 3
ReferenceNLB/F&A/3
Deadline2026-06-08
Posts1
About
The National Lottery Board (NLB) is a State Corporation under the National Lottery Act, 2023. The Manager, Finance & Accounting Services develops and oversees NLB's financial strategy, budget, reporting, and compliance with public financial management regulations.
Key Responsibilities
•Developing and overseeing implementation of a dynamic Finance strategy
•Developing NLB's budget and continuously monitoring and evaluating its implementation
•Giving oversight to NLB's financial affairs and advising on financial planning strategies and policies
•Ensuring effective and efficient management of NLB's resources including finances and other assets and liabilities
•Ensuring provision of accurate and timely financial and management accounts and reports to the CEO and Board
•Negotiating with banks, donors, and development partners for appropriate financial support
•Participating in development and review of the NLB strategic plan
•Ensuring compliance with Public Financial Management Act, IPSAS, IFRS, ISO Standards and other legal and regulatory policies
•Reviewing financial plans in line with overall strategic objectives and government performance contract
•Constructing and monitoring reliable internal control systems
•Understanding and mitigating key elements of the NLB financial risk profile
Requirements
✓Cumulative period of twelve (12) years' work experience, three (3) years of which should have been in the grade of Assistant Manager, Finance and Accounts or in a comparable and relevant position
✓Bachelor's Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Commerce (Finance/Accounting option), Business Administration (Finance/Accounting option), Business Management (Finance/Accounting option) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution
✓Master's Degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounts, Commerce, Business Administration (Finance/Accounting option), Business Management (Finance/Accounting option) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution
✓Certified Public Account (CPA K) or equivalent qualification from accredited examination body
✓Membership to the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or relevant professional body in good standing
✓Certificate in Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized and accredited institution
✓Proficiency in computer applications
✓Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
CHAPTER SIX
This role requires Chapter Six compliance — proof is only needed once you're offered the job, not at application time.
How to Apply
Submit application documents (detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, National ID, and other relevant testimonials) in a sealed envelope clearly marked 'APPLICATION FOR [POSITION NAME, REFERENCE NO & JOB GRADE]' to: The Chairperson, National Lottery Board, 25th Floor Old Mutual Towers, Hospital Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30933 – 00100, NAIROBI. Applications must be received on or before 8 June 2026, 5pm East African Time.