Requirements for Appointment


Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Economics, Business Administration (Finance Option), Business Management (Finance/Accounting Option), or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination.
Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
Certificate in a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
At least three (3) years of relevant work experience in a related field.
Proficiency in computer applications.


Duties and Responsibilities


Monitor expenditure on projects and programmes on a periodic basis.
Implement proposals for raising funds.
Process commitment of funds and monitor expenditure trends.
Provide advisory services to departmental heads and other stakeholders on all financial matters in the Assembly.
Interpret and implement financial regulations and procedures, Treasury Circulars, letters, and instructions.
Ensure expenditures are within the voted allocations.
Develop supplementary financial regulations and procedures to enhance internal controls established through normal Treasury Regulations and Procedures.
Prepare management financial reports, including: Monthly expenditure returns
Monthly bank reconciliation statements
Cash flow statements
Analysis of deposits
Maintenance of up-to-date and accurate books of accounts
Authorize payments and sign cheques, subject to set limits.
Prepare revenue and expenditure returns in accordance with Treasury regulations and law.
Assist in developing supplementary financial regulations and procedures to strengthen internal controls.