Vacancy title:
Accountant II

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Accounting & Finance, Civil & Government]

Jobs at:
County Government of Kakamega

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, March 11 2026

Duty Station:
Kakamega | Kakamega

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 25 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, introduced the devolved system of Government which resulted to the formation of the 47 Counties across the Country, Kakamega County being among them. Kakamega County is located in the western region of the country with an area of 3,051.3 square kilometers and an estimated population of 2,079,669 and den...

Responsibilities or duties

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will be responsible for performing a variety of accounting work of limited scope and under the guidance of a senior officer. Specific Duties will include: -

• Preparation and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations;
• Primary data entry and routine accounting;
• Balancing of cashbooks, imprest and advances ledgers; and
• Safe custody of records and assets

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Passed Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;
• OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Administration (Accounting Option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant equivalent qualification; and
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

The County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer and women, persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

PLEASE NOTE

All the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the on-line form.

During interviews, shortlisted candidates will be required to produce the following original documents: -

• National Identity Card; and
• Academic and Professional Certificates.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted

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