Accountant II – 2 Posts at Samburu County Government

JOB PURPOSE:

• The Accountant II will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and maintenance of financial records, budget implementation, expenditure control, and financial reporting in accordance with public sector accounting principles and regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

As outlined in the Scheme of Service for Accountants, the specific duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Preparing payment vouchers and financial statements.
• Verifying supporting documents for payments and other accounting entries.
• Preparing bank reconciliation statements.
• Maintaining ledger accounts and balancing financial records.
• Assisting in the implementation of approved budgets and monitoring expenditure.
• Ensuring compliance with government financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Compiling data for financial analysis and internal audits.
• Maintaining an up-to-date inventory of assets and liabilities.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT:

For direct appointment to the position of Accountant II, a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option), or any other relevant equivalent qualification froma recognized institution;

OR

• Have passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent;
• Be proficient in computer applications;
• Membership in a recognized professional accounting body such as ICPAK is an added advantage.