ICT COST ACCOUNTANT VACANCY
ICT COST ACCOUNTANT VACANCY
The Information and Communication Technology Authority (ICTA) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Information Communication and Technology. The corporation was established in August 2013. The Authority is tasked with rationalizing and streamlining the management of all Government of Kenya ICT functions. Its broad mandate entails enforcing ICT standards in Government and enhancing the supervision of its electronic communication. The Authority also promotes ICT literacy, capacity, innovation and enterprise in line with the Kenya National ICTMasterplan2017. The ICT Authority now invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons with excellent academic credentials to fill the following positions to be deployed in ICT Authority Headquarters in Nairobi.
COST ACCOUNTANT – JOB GRADE ICTA 6- (1 Position)
Job Purpose
Responsible for implementation of sound accounting and financial management systems in line with Public Finance Management Act and International Public Sector Accounting Standards
a) Job Description
The duties and responsibilities entail:
i. Target costing of the project, prepare margin analysis and trace costs back to activities
ii. Develop cost accounting framework that facilitate reporting of contribution margins;
iii. Preparation of the budget, control and periodic financial reporting;
iv. Monitor budget utilization to ensure efficient utilization of allocated funds andalert
management of any risks exposure;
v. Examine monthly expenditure controls and commitments to identify possible budget
deficits and alert management to allocate additional funds or control expenditure;
vi. Review of financial procedures and policies in line with the regulations while ensuring compliance with internal controls;
vii. Analyze, reconcile and maintain the general ledger accounts, while establishing any reconciling items;
viii. Prepare monthly journal entries and adjustments, including supporting document
documentation and appropriate descriptions;
ix. Prepare and analyze income statement and balance sheet schedules for annual audit;
x. Coordinate external and internal audits and ensure its effective implementation of recommendation;
xi. Preparation and submission of financial, accounting and management reports on weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually for decision making
xii. Coordinate monthly cash books and bank reconciliations;
xiii. Preparation and management of weekly, monthly and annual cash flows forecasting and reporting;
xiv. Revenue collection, reconciliation and reporting
b) Job specification
i. For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
ii. Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Economics or Business Administration, or related field
iii. Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPAK)
iv. At least three (3) years’ work experience, in a Private or Public Sector;
v. A member in good standing of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya(ICPAK)
vi. Proficiency in computer applications;
vii. Demonstrated results in work performance; and
viii. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution
c) Competencies and Skills
i. Negotiation and communication skills
ii. Management skills
iii. Analytical skills
iv. Knowledge of accounting packages
v. Attention to details
vi. Problem solving skills
The following documents will be required during application
1. Application Letter
2. Copy of Academic Certificates
3. Copy of Professional Certificates
4. Copy of Curriculum Vitae
5. Copy of National ID
A detailed analysis of the vacancies can be obtained from www.icta.go.ke
Application is strictly online on http://recruitment.icta.go.ke
Deadline for application is 14th June 2022
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