Principal Accountant (Credit Control)

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is seeking a qualified and experienced Principal Accountant (Credit Control) to join its Finance Department. This role is ideal for professionals looking for senior accounting jobs in Nairobi, permanent healthcare finance positions in Kenya, or careers managing hospital credit control and debt recovery processes. The successful candidate will lead credit management, billing, debt collection, and account reconciliation functions to ensure financial accuracy, timely payments, and sustainable cash flow.

Key Job Information

• Position: Principal Accountant (Credit Control)
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Employment Type: Permanent and Pensionable
• Experience Level: Senior-level
• Application Deadline: [Insert Deadline]
• Grade: 5
• Positions Available: 1
• Advert Reference: V/FT/32/2025

About Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH)

KUTRRH is a leading healthcare institution in Kenya, providing high-quality patient care, medical education, and cutting-edge research. With a mission to deliver safe, innovative, and effective healthcare, the hospital serves thousands of patients annually while training the next generation of medical professionals.

The hospital fosters a culture of integrity, accountability, and professional growth. Employees enjoy collaborative work environments, continuous learning opportunities, and exposure to healthcare finance best practices, making KUTRRH a top choice for senior finance and accounting careers in Nairobi and across Kenya.

Job Description

The Principal Accountant (Credit Control) reports to the Chief Finance Officer and will oversee KUTRRH’s credit management and revenue collection operations. The role ensures accurate billing, effective debt recovery, and reconciliation of patient, corporate, and insurance accounts. The candidate will collaborate with internal departments, external stakeholders, and insurance providers while maintaining compliance with statutory and hospital regulations.

This position is suitable for finance professionals searching for: “how to become a principal accountant in Kenya,” “hospital credit control jobs in Nairobi,” or “senior accountant roles with ICPAK certification.”

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and implement hospital credit control policies and procedures, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with financial regulations.
• Ensure statutory compliance and adherence to hospital guidelines in all credit control and billing activities.
• Review and reconcile posting, adjustment, payment, and rejection transactions to maintain account accuracy and timely closure.
• Collaborate with finance teams to deliver efficient billing services and follow up for account reconciliation.
• Manage assigned accounts, monitoring billings, collections, contractual postings, adjustments, and payments.
• Resolve patient, insurance, and consultant queries regarding billing and outstanding balances professionally.
• Update financial systems with account activity, status, and anticipated reimbursement timelines.
• Develop service-level agreements (SLAs) and execute third-party contracts as delegated.
• Apply reminders and follow-up actions to ensure timely debt recovery and minimize aged accounts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum of nine (9) years of relevant work experience, with at least three (3) years in a senior accounting or comparable role.
• Active professional membership with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
• Completion of a recognized management or leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
• Proficiency in financial management software and computer applications.
• Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or hospital credit control functions.
• Proven record in effective debt recovery, billing, and account reconciliation.
• Strong knowledge of statutory financial compliance, audit procedures, and credit control best practices.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

Core Competencies

• Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong customer relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Results-oriented, detail-focused, and highly organized.
• Professionalism, integrity, and adherence to ethical financial practices.

Benefits and Compensation

The successful candidate will be employed on permanent and pensionable terms. KUTRRH offers professional growth opportunities, a collaborative work environment, continuous learning, and exposure to complex healthcare finance and credit control functions.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply using the Apply Now button on the KUTRRH recruitment portal. Ensure your educational qualifications, professional certifications, work experience, and professional body memberships are up-to-date. Applicants must upload:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover Letter / Application Letter
• CPA-K certificate or equivalent
• ICPAK membership evidence
• Leadership/Management course certificate
• Master’s and Bachelor’s degree certificates

Shortlisted candidates must also submit:

• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Compliance Certificate
• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Certificate of Good Conduct
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Compliance Certificate, if applicable
• Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Self-Declaration Form
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) Clearance or credit report