Job Description
The Kenya School of Government is inviting applications from qualified, motivated, and ethically driven professionals for the position of Accountant II on a contract basis. This opportunity is suited to individuals who are passionate about financial accountability, transparent resource management, and supporting institutional excellence through sound accounting practices. The successful candidates will become part of a professional finance team responsible for maintaining high standards of financial stewardship across various operational units. Six positions are available and may be deployed within Tsavo East, Tsavo West, or Mombasa depending on organizational requirements.
The accountant II will play a significant role in supporting financial planning, maintaining accurate accounting records, preparing financial reports, processing transactions, monitoring expenditure, and ensuring compliance with applicable public financial management regulations and organizational policies. The role requires a detail-oriented individual capable of handling financial information with integrity while contributing to continuous improvement in financial operations. The successful candidate will collaborate with finance officers, auditors, procurement teams, administrators, and departmental managers to facilitate efficient budgeting, expenditure control, and reporting processes.
This position offers an opportunity to work in a professional environment that values accountability, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning. The accountant II will participate in financial reconciliations, budget implementation monitoring, revenue tracking, asset accounting, payment verification, and preparation of supporting schedules for internal and external audits. The role also involves reviewing financial documentation for completeness, ensuring transactions comply with approved procedures, and assisting in strengthening internal financial controls that promote operational efficiency.
Candidates should possess excellent analytical thinking, numerical accuracy, organizational skills, and the ability to interpret financial regulations while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive financial information. The successful applicants should be capable of prioritizing multiple assignments, meeting reporting deadlines, and supporting effective decision-making through accurate financial data.
Working with the Kenya School of Government provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to an institution committed to strengthening public service capacity through quality training, research, and consultancy services. Employees benefit from a collaborative workplace where professionalism, accountability, ethical leadership, and continuous improvement remain central to service delivery. Individuals with strong interpersonal abilities, sound judgment, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity are encouraged to apply for this rewarding career opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with approved financial policies and applicable regulations.
- Process financial transactions while ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper authorization.
- Prepare payment vouchers and verify supporting documentation before processing payments.
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Reconcile bank accounts and other financial records within established reporting timelines.
- Monitor departmental expenditure against approved budgets and report variances promptly.
- Support budget preparation by compiling financial data and expenditure projections.
- Maintain updated cash books, ledgers, journals, and subsidiary accounting records.
- Prepare financial schedules required during internal and external audit exercises.
- Verify invoices, receipts, claims, and payment requests before processing.
- Monitor outstanding advances and support timely accountability of imprest and advances.
- Ensure compliance with financial management policies and internal control procedures.
- Assist in preparing statutory financial reports and management reports.
- Support revenue accounting activities including receipting and reconciliation of collections.
- Maintain proper filing systems for financial records and supporting documentation.
- Participate in financial data analysis to support informed management decisions.
- Monitor expenditure trends and recommend cost-control initiatives where appropriate.
- Assist in maintaining accurate fixed asset registers and related accounting records.
- Collaborate with procurement and administration departments during financial verification processes.
- Prepare schedules supporting year-end financial reporting activities.
- Ensure timely posting of accounting entries into approved financial systems.
- Investigate accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Participate in periodic financial reviews and reconciliation exercises.
- Support implementation of financial policies aimed at strengthening accountability.
- Maintain confidentiality of financial information and organizational records.
- Assist in responding to audit observations and implementing corrective recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with procurement-related financial documentation requirements.
- Prepare periodic expenditure summaries for departmental management.
- Support implementation of risk management measures within finance operations.
- Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives within the finance department.
- Provide financial information required by management for planning purposes.
- Ensure timely submission of assigned financial reports.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable taxation and statutory requirements.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve departmental objectives.
- Support training initiatives involving financial management best practices.
- Perform any other accounting-related duties assigned by authorized supervisors within the scope of the position.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline from a recognized institution.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
- Excellent numerical and analytical abilities.
- High level of integrity and professional ethics.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to interpret financial regulations and accounting procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.
- Problem
- solving and critical
- thinking abilities.
- Competence in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other office applications.
- Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.
- Strong documentation and record management skills.
- Adaptability within dynamic working environments.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
- Customer service orientation.
- Ability to produce accurate financial reports.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a comprehensive application before the closing date. The application should include an updated curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, national identification document, and any other supporting documents relevant to the position. Applicants should ensure that all information provided is accurate, complete, and verifiable. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process. Late applications or submissions that do not meet the stated requirements may not be considered. The Kenya School of Government is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates who meet the specified requirements.