This is the entry grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer.
Duties and Responsibilities
maintaining primary records such as cashbooks and ledgers; posting of vouchers and other deductions; preparing vouchers and committal documents in accordance with laid down rules and regulations;
filling statutory returns;
preparing payment transactions;
preparing bank transfers for payment;
generating trial balance;
verifying authorizations of payments as per the Board's authorized sign off limits;
preparing cash flow forecasts;
ensuring proper filling of accountable documents;
handling daily transactions for petty cash;
data capturing and maintenance of primary records such as cashbook, ledgers, vote book, register;
reconciling supplier statements as received;
preparing simple management reports e.g. imprest and expenditure returns; and
issuing of cheques and posting payments and receipts vouchers in the cash book.
Job Specifications For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
Bachelor's degree in commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting Option) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
Passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its equivalent; and
Certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution.
Key Competencies
Analytical skills.
Accuracy skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Record management skills