Job Description
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – JOB GRADE LVSWWDA 5 – REF: LVSWWDA/PMU/02 – (1
POST)
a) Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will involve: -
i. Verifying vouchers and committal documents in accordance with laid down rules
and regulations;
ii. Maintaining primary records such as cashbooks, ledgers, vote books and registers;
iii. Ensuring safe custody of Agency records and assets under him/her;
iv. Preparing budgets and financial reports;
v. Receiving duly processed payments and receipt vouchers;
vi. Balancing and reconciling cash books on daily basis;
vii. Facilitating withdrawal of cash for office use and ensuring safety of the same at all
times;
viii. Preparation of Bank reconciliations;
ix. Extracting and providing cash liquidity analysis; and
x. Ensuring security of cheques and cheque books.
b) Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have/be:
i. Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business
Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other
relevant equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
ii. Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;
iii. A minimum period of six (6) years relevant work experience three (3) of which
should be in supervisory position;
iv. Proficiency in computer applications;
v. Demonstrated competence in work performance and results;
c) Key Competencies and Skills
i. Strong analytical skills
ii. Strong Communication and reporting skills
iii. Team player
iv. Good Coaching skills