Finance Officer II at Baringo County Government

Job Details/Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES;

• Preparation of Statements and quarterly review of the trends in receipts and expenditure in relation to the budget;
• Process transmission of funds to entities and follow up receipt of funds.
• Implement and maintain systems, procedures and policies, including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to county’s guidelines.
• Apply tax transactions accurately and consistently across the accounting system;
• Ensure tax compliance, reporting, and filing for the county;
• Recommend improvements on financial accounting systems to enhance internal controls;
• Constantly review financial procedures and processes and ensure adherence to the same
• Maintain and ensure compliance with accounting procedures and related policies;
• Suggest improvement of the overall efficiency of the Department;  Implement procedures and systems to ensure high quality asset management
• Conduct stock takes of assets and formulation of related reports

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE APPOINTMENT

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Business Management (Accounting Option)
• Certified Public Accountant section 4
• Must have at least 2 years’ experience in similar work
• Computer literate with knowledge on related Computer packages

Applicants are required to get clearance from the following institutions to meet requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya:

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department
• Credit Reference Bureau