State Agency Senior Accountant Jobs in Kenya

State Agency Senior Accountant Jobs in Kenya

A State Agency in the security and administration of justice sector seeks to recruit competent officers to fill vacant
positions in its establishment.

Applicants must be Kenyan Citizens committed to delivering results and ready to work in a challenging environment and for long hours under minimum supervision.

The Agency will offer com-
petitive packages to successful candidates.

Job Title

  • Senior Accountant Grade 5

    Duties and Responsibilities:
  • The officer will report to the Principal Accounts Controller and will ensure efficient, effective and prudent finan-
    cial management in compliance to Public Finance Management Act, Public Audit Act, Public Procurement and
  • Asset Disposal Act, other relevant legal provisions and internal financial requirements; assist in setting targets for
    the Section; preparation of final accounts; ensuring safe custody of the Agency’s assets; and guiding officers in
    Accounts Section to achieve the desired results.

    Qualifications and Experience:

    For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

  • Served in the grade of Accountant I at the Agency or in a comparable position in the Public Service
    or reputable Private Sector organization for a minimum period of three (3) years.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) or its equivalent qualification
    from a university recognized in Kenya; and Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    Examination or recognized equivalent qualifications.
  • Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
  • Have attended a senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or its equivalent in
    a recognized institution.

    How to Apply
  • Interested Candidates who meet the required qualifications should send their applications with detailed cur-
    riculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, copies of appointment and promotional letters and other relevant testimonials, copy of National Identity Card, telephone contact, e-mail address, and names of
    three referees with their contacts.

    In addition, candidates should obtain clearance certificates from the following
    bodies: -

  • Higher Education Loans Board
  • Kenya Revenue Authority
  • Directorate of Criminal Investigation
  • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
  • Credit Reference Bureau
  • Any professional body to which the candidate is a member
  • Clearance certificates from the above mentioned bodies are to be availed during interview by those short listed.
  • Applications clearly indicating the Job Title and Reference Number on both the letter and envelope should
    be dropped at any
  • The Standard Group offices or send to the address below so as to be received on or before
    27th May, 2019.
    DN. A /1046
    P.O. Box 49010 - 00100
    NAIROBI

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • For more information and job application details, see; State Agency Senior Accountant Jobs in Kenya

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