Job Description
CHIEF ACCOUNTANT - JOB GROUP CPSB 07/’M’ (6 POSTS)
Kakamega, Kenya
Basic Salary: Kshs. 49,000 x 2,170 - 51,170 x 2,550 - 53,720 x 2,650 - 56,370 x 27,50 - 59,120 x 2,920 - 62,040 x 3,080 - 65,120 p.m.
This Job will expire on 25th September, 2023
Duties and Responsibilities
A Chief Accountant will be deployed to head one or more divisions of an Accounting Unit/Sub- County Treasury. Work at this level will be similar to those performed by the Senior Accountant but of wider scope and higher complexity. Work at this level will include:-
i.Planning, directing, coordinating, supervising areas of control, training and development of staff under him/her, setting targets for the units /entities and may occasionally be required to undertake ad hoc assignments relating to accounting services;
ii.Assist in preparation of final accounts;
iii.Ensure safe custody of Government assets and records under him/her and will also be responsible for authorizing payments and signing of cheques subject to set limits;
iv.Responsible for timely and accurate preparation of management reports that fall under his/her division; and
v.Responsible for providing guidance to officers under him/her to achieve the desired results.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -
i.Served in the grade of Senior Accountant, Job Group CPSB 08/ ‘L’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years;
ii.A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;
OR
iii.Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent;
iv.Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from the Kenya Institute of Administration or any other recognized institution; and
v.Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.