Deputy Director, Accountant General at The County Government of West Pokot

Job Description

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You will be responsible to the Chief Officer Finance for the following

• Advising County Government on accounting matters. 
• Implementing approved government accounting standards by the executive committee member.
• Designing and developing accounting systems.
• Providing advice to county government reporting format.
• Providing a link between county bodies on matters relating to public sector financial reporting.
• Participate in county policy committee.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the chief officer.

Requirements for appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen,
• Have a Bachelor`s degree in any of the following fields; Finance, Commerce, Economics, Accounting and Business Administration from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Master’s degree in Business Management, Accounting, Commerce or Finance will be an added advantage.
• Relevant working experience of ten (10) years in Accounting, Audit or Financial field.
• Passed Final Certified Public Accountants (CPAK) Examinations or its recognized equivalent.
• Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Registration of Accountants Board (RAB)
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. Core Competencies
• Integrity and commitment to produce results;
• Organizational, managerial and administrative skills; and
• Clear understanding of Government Accounting Systems, process, procedures required in the management of functions within the Departments; and A high degree of professional competence and administrative capability and leadership qualities required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination of the Accounting function.

Terms of Service:- 5 years Contract

Salary as prescribed by SRC.