Accounting Technician (FMG/AT 3)

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Organisation
Ministry of National Security
Reference
VAC-60014
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Accounting & Finance
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$1,984,305.00 - $2,668,670.00 per annum
Date Posted
15/12/2025
Expiry Date
26/12/2025
The incumbent is responsible for providing support to the Accounting Officer by performing routine and non routine accounting functions, ensuring transactions undertaken are systematically carried out and accounts are properly maintained.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Reconciles cash books for Social Workers to ensure effective management of resources
  • Analyses payments/expenditure requests in view of cash flow and makes necessary recommendations 
  • Verify bills for payment of goods received 
  • Ensures lodgements and receipts are correctly posted 
  • Verifies Claim Forms prior to payment 
  • Develop payment schedules to support adequacy of financial resource 
  • Maintains accurate manual filing system of receipts 
  • Assists Accounting Officer with cross-checking of cash books 
  • Assists with the preparation of financial reports to support informed decisions 
  • Assists in the development of Annual Budget to inform the Corporate Plan 
  • Prepare reports as requested by Supervisor 
  • Ensure bills are paid in a timely manner 
  • Conducts financial transactions at designated financial institution 
  • Petty cash effectively managed 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • AAT Level 3; or 
  • ACCA-CAT Level C/Level 3; or 
  • ACCA Level 1; or 
  • NVQJ Level 3, Accounting; or
  • Diploma in Accounting from an accredited University or Community College; or
  • ASc. Degree in Business Studies/Business Administration from an accredited tertiary Institution; or 
  • ASc. Degree in Accounting, MIND; or 
  • Diploma in Government Accounting, MIND, Government Accounting Levels 1, 2 & 3; or
  • BSc. Degree in Accounting or Management Studies with Accounting; or 
  • BBA Degree; or 
  • Successful completion of 3 years of any of the Bachelor’s Degree programmes mentioned above.
  • At least two (2) years experience in an accounting related position. 

 

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

  • Training in Government Accounting 
  • Knowledge of Budget Preparation would be an asset 

 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB

  • Typical working environment 
  • Willingness to work long hours and occasional weekend 

 

 

 

 

We thank all applicants for their interest in this career opportunity. However, please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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