Deputy Director, Accounting Services at Kiambu County Government

DEPUTY DIRECTOR, ACCOUNTING SERVICES, JOB GROUP CPSB 04 (Q) – 1 POST

• This position is responsible to ensure control of expenditure in the county and ensuring that the department has enough funds to carry out its mandate efficiently and effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of the approved accounting standards, policies and concepts to ensure compliance
• Oversee the accounting operations of the Sub-Counties and wards to ensure they are compliant to the accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure proper banking arrangements are in place between the county government, Central Bank of Kenya and control in the county exchequer account.
• Manage Operations at the IFMIS Unit.
• Ensure expenditures are within voted allocations to avoid misuse of funds and ensure the department meets its financial obligations.
• Assist in developing financial regulations and procedures to enhance controls.
• Implement approved government accounting standards by the County Executive Committee Member.
• Design and develop county accounting systems to facilitate availability of accurate, reliable and updated financial information for decision making by the county.
• Develop guidelines for county accounting staffing levels and training to ensure technical competence.
• Ensure proper accounts are maintained and other records for the finance department and the county.
• Provide financial returns for the preparation of annual financial reports.
• Implement the approved work plans and budget for the county treasury.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements including statement of financial position, statement of comprehensive budgeting flows process.
• Any other relevant duty as may be assigned by the relevant Chief Officer.

Requirements for Appointment

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in a Strategic Leadership Course/Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K) OR Association of Chartered
• Certified Accountant (ACCA) OR Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or its equivalent.
• Membership to Professional Bodies (e.g. ICPAK, ACCA etc.)
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of the budgeting process 
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
• Knowledge of the relevant legislation
• Extensive experience with managing financial reporting and accounting systems (e.g. SAP)
• Must meet the requirements of chapter 6 of the constitution.
• Served in the grade of Assistant Director Accounting Services or a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three years (3);

OR

• Minimum Eight (8) years of relevant experience in accounting, with three (3) years at a senior management position.