Senior Accountant

• Coordinate preparation of work plans and budgets; facilitate budget execution

• Supervise timely preparation and approval of financial statements and reports

• Verify and approve micro procurement requisitions; advise on higher-threshold transactions

• Review responses and advise on oversight issues, including audit queries

• Supervise accounts operations and monitor/evaluate staff performance

• Maintain up-to-date books, financial records and assets register

• Provide guidance on financial management to ensure compliance

• Develop internal financial controls and monitoring mechanisms

• Verify and approve payments to ensure value for money

Person Specifications

a) Academic Qualifications

1. Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting), Business Administration/Studies (Accounting), or Finance and Accounting

2. Full professional accountancy qualification such as ACCA/CPA/ACIS/CPE (ICPAU-accredited)

3. ICPAU membership in good standing

b) Work Experience

• At least 3 years’ experience at Accountant level in Government or equivalent in a reputable organization

c) Competencies

i) Technical

• Financial Management

• Information and Communication Technology

• Analytical Skills

• Planning and Budgeting

• Accountability

ii) Behavioral

• Ethics and Integrity

• Communicating effectively

• Time Management

• Team work