This is the entry and training grade for the Accountant cadre within the County Government of Kakamega. An officer at this level will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting work of limited scope and under the guidance of a senior officer. The position is offered on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service.
Duties and Responsibilities
Voucher Management: Preparation and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations.
Accounting Operations: Performing primary data entry and routine accounting tasks.
Ledger Maintenance: Balancing of cashbooks, imprest, and advances ledgers.
Asset Management: Ensuring the safe custody of records and assets.
Qualifications and Requirements
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
Passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;
OR
A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option) or Business Administration (Accounting Option) from a recognized institution (or any other relevant equivalent qualification).
A Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.
Salary Scale
Basic Salary: Kshs. 32,700 x 1,300 – 34,000 x 1,380 – 35,380 x 1,390 – 36,770 x 1,460 – 38,230 x 1,470 – 39,700 x 1,470 – 41,170 x 1,520 – 42,690 p.m.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should fill out all details requested in the advertisement on the online form. During interviews, shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original National Identity Cards and Academic/Professional Certificates. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. Apply online via the Kakamega County Public Service Board recruitment portal at kcpsb.kakamega.go.ke or Apply here.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the County Government of Kakamega recruitment portal at kcpsb.kakamega.go.ke or via this link.
Please Note:
All details must be filled in the online form.
Shortlisted candidates must present original ID, Academic, and Professional certificates during interviews.
Canvassing leads to automatic disqualification.
Women and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.