Deputy Director Finance Accounting Services (1) Post at County Government of Busia

Advert No. CPSB/57/2023

Duties and Responsibilities; 

• Making reports on outstanding audit reports in respect of ministries under the officer to the head of division for follow-up;
• Periodic reviewing of accounting systems and recommending necessary changes; 
• Ensuring Asset registers are maintained by sections under the department 
• Compiling reports on non-compliance by Accounting Units with 21 standards and other financial regulations for action by the divisional head;
• Compiling and maintaining an up-to-date list of staff for ministries under him/her; 
• Compiling Treasury Memorandum. 
• Providing advisory services to the Accounting Officer and other stakeholders on all financial and accounting matters in an accounting unit; 
• Ensuring proper interpretation and implementation of financial regulations and procedures, treasury circulars, letters and instructions;
• Developing supplementary financial regulations and procedures to enhance internal controls established through normal Treasury regulations and procedures;
• Providing quality and timely accounting services in the accounting unit; including maintenance of accurate accounting records and preparation of management and statutory financial reports; 
• Participating and advising in all Departmental Committees especially tender, planning, audit, training, etc.

Requirements for to this position, an officer must have: -

• Relevant working experience of Five (5) years in the Accounting, Audit or Financial field; or Served in the position of Assistant Accountant General in the Public Service or in a comparable and relevant position in the public sector for a minimum period of Five (5) years.
• Bachelor Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Finance option) from a recognized institution or its equivalent qualification;
• Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent.
• Master’s degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage
• Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Registration of Accountants Board (RAB). 
• Attended a Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than Six (6) weeks or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.