Accountant II - 3 Posts at County Government of Kakamega

Basic Salary: Kshs. 32,700 x 1,300 – 34,000 x 1,380 – 35,380 x 1,390 – 36,770 x 1,460 – 38,230 x 1,470 – 39,700 x 1,470 – 41,170 x 1,520 – 42,690 p.m.
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Duties and Responsibilities: -

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting work of limited scope and under the guidance of a senior officer. Specific Duties will include: -

• Preparation and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations;
• Primary data entry and routine accounting;
• Balancing of cashbooks, imprest and advances ledgers; and
• Safe custody of records and assets

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Administration (Accounting Option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification; and
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.