Accountant Ii At Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa)

IPOA/HR/19/2024:Job PurposeResponsible for development, implementation and/or review of accounting policies, procedures and internal controls for efficient and effective management of Authority funds.Key Responsibilities/ Duties / TasksImplement policies, strategies, plans, rules, regulations, standards and procedures relating to accounts while ensuring compliance to applicable laws, statutes and circulars;Implement internal accounting control systems;File and maintain all accountable documents and records;Receipting of funds;Conduct remittance of statutory deductions and filing of tax returns;Implement risks mitigation measures;Implement management decisions;Develop and implement individual work plans;Consolidate data for preparing briefs and reports on general ledgers;CBK Endorser/Agent;Reconciling creditors ledgers to ensure accuracy; andMaintain Petty cash float.Job Dimensions:I. Financial ResponsibilityPrepare Work Plans, procurement plans and the BudgetsII. Responsibility for Physical AssetsResponsible for Office equipment, furniture and recordsIII. Decision Making / Job InfluenceOperational decisionsIV. Working ConditionsPredominantly in an office setting with occasional field travel.Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).Academic qualificationsBachelor's Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting/ Finance option); Business Administration (Accounting option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodiesA pass in Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or Part II of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent qualification;Professional qualifications and membership body where applicable.Previous relevant work experience required.This is an entry level job