Accountant I Job County Government of Turkana

Accountant I Job

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for revenue collection at Ward level;
• responsible for timely and accurate preparation of quality revenue reports that fall under supervision areas of control;
• training and development of staff under him/her and setting targets for the section responsibilities to authorize payments and sign cheques subject to limit set;
• certify and verify returns, documents, vouchers, monitor collection of revenue including inspection and responsible for Government assets, records and custody of Accountable Documents under his/her sections(s);
• Perform any other duty assigned from time to time by supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Accountant II, Job Group ‘J’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years; and
• Passed Part [II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent qualification. OR A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant qualification adjudged to be its equivalent from an approved institution and have passed part II of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its approved equivalent, MUST be a member of ICPAK or IIA or any other recognized professional body;
• Certificate in Computer Applications;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

How to Apply

Written applications, CV’, s copies of Certificates, Testimonials and Identity Card should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side the position being applied for and addressed to

The Secretary,
Turkana County Public Service Board,
P.O. BOX 05, Lodwar, -30500

OR

Delivered by hand at the reception desk at Turkana County Public Service Board Offices located along Nawoitorong road opposite Lodwar Club located off Kitale -Lodwar highway so as to reach the undersigned on or before 5th August, 2025 by 5.00pm (East African Time).

Important information to all candidates;

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Candidates with foreign certificates should seek for equation certification from Commission of university Education
• Any form of canvassing or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification
• N/B Youth, Women and Persons Living with disability (PWDs) are encouraged to apply