Accountant

Person Specifications (Education, Experience & Competencies) 

Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or a relevant professional body;

Proficiency in computer applications.

Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Key Responsibilities:

Implementing policies, strategies, legislation, guidelines, frameworks, norms, regulations, plans, standards and programs on accounts;

Monitoring revenue collection and expenditures based on approved budgets;

Applying sound principles, systems and techniques in accounting for finances, assets, revenue, expenditure and costs;

Accounting for special funds, programs and projects' funds;

Preparing and verifying financial reports;

Processing payments;

Verifying bank reconciliation statements;

Authorizing payments and claims within set limits as approved;

Verifying and receipting all monies due and payable to the Agency;

Analyzing and reporting on revenue collected to management;

Ensuring safe custody of accountable documents; and

Preparing financial management reports.