PSASB Senior Accounting Standards Officer Jobs in Kenya

PSASB Senior Accounting Standards Officer Jobs in Kenya

Job Purpose

The position is responsible for supporting the implementation of the regulatory role of PSASB in prescribing the financial reporting standards, facilitating, and monitoring their application by all Government Commercial entities in line with Section 194 of the PFM Act (2012) and its Regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in formulating accounting standards for public sector entities under the IPSAS and IFRS frameworks;

Develop formats for financial statements and reporting to enable all state organs and public sector entities to comply with the prescribed standards;

Participate in research towards standard setting activities in the directorate.

Prepare responses to the consultation papers and exposure drafts issued by the international standard setting bodies.

Prepare and assist in reviewing draft reports, letters, circulars and other communication materials to the public sector entities

Prepare and review training materials for the dissemination of accounting standards in the public sector

Supervise the planning for capacity building programs and standards dissemination activities in the directorate.

Participate in capacity building of public sector entities on standards, templates, guidelines and accounting best practices.

Participate in developing a roadmap(s) to transition to accrual accounting for public sector entities.

Prepare guidelines on accounting standards and best practices

Participate in providing technical assistance to public sector entities to comply with the set standards

Ensure dissemination of standards, guidelines, and other materials

Supervise the maintenance and update of

a database for all public sector entities from time to time.

Implementation of risk management Strategies and Business Continuity Plans in the Accounting Standards Directorate.

Assist in publishing and publicizing prescribed Accounting Frameworks, Standards, & guidelines for all public sector entities.

Supervise, mentor and coach departmental staff.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Finance, Accounting, Accounting, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

Professional Qualification

Be a holder of CPA (K)/ACCA, CIFA or equivalent.

Be a full member of ICPAK in good standing.

Other requirements

Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution

Have good knowledge and understanding of International Accounting Standards;

Good communication and interpersonal skills; and

Proficiency in Computer applications.

Relevant work Experience

Six (6) years cumulative work experience in Auditing, Finance or Accounting Function in a reputable organization.

How to Apply

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