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

 Advert No. CPSB/55/2023

Duties and Responsibilities; 

• The officer will be responsible to the Director Revenue Services for making reports on outstanding audit reports in respect of departments under the officer to the head of division for follow-up;
• Periodic review of accounting systems and recommending necessary changes; 
• Ensure Asset registers are maintained by the departments under their divisions; 
• 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 departments under him/her; 
• Provision of 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;
• Provision of 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 Appointment 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 Director Finance (Revenue) in the Public Service or in a comparable and relevant position in the private sector
• 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 
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results