Salary range $6,333,304 – $8,517,586 per annum

  • The Assistant Accountant General, Technical Research, Standards and Policy is responsible for leading the Technical Research, Accounting Standards, and Policy Unit. The incumbent is also responsible for enhancing Public Financial Management (PFM) across the Government through the adoption of International Best Practices and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS). The incumbent is to ensure that evidence-based research is conducted to inform the development of policy initiatives and best practices to support the modernization of the GOJ Financial Management Systems and related procedures, standards, and guidelines.
  • The incumbent will ensure that technical advice is effectively provided to the Deputy Accountant General and the Accountant General, and that key projects are implemented to improve accounting and reporting functions of the Department.
  • The incumbent will also ensure that the necessary monitoring, training and implementation of IPSAS across Government to ensure compliance. This will allow for true and fair presentation and full disclosure of the financial affairs of the Government. Additionally, that accounts are prepared according to the set regulations, laws, standards and guidelines.

Primary Duties:

  • Ensures effective monitoring of public financial management metrics, pronouncements and changes to International Accounting Standards, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP),
  • Oversees implementation and maintenance of, IPSAS, relevant accounting and financial instructions, policies and procedures;
  • Ensures research, and analysis are conducted to provide expert advice on policy initiatives and research databases are maintained.
  • Oversees the implementation of international best practices for improving the Government’s Accounting and Financial Management System.
  • Ensures the development of financial policies and the issuance of Circulars to maintain effective systems for public financial management and the overall maintenance of financial management systems.
  • Oversees the maintenance of the Chart of Accounts to ensure international financial reporting standards are met;
  • Maintains a network with colleagues from the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, Government officials, and the academic society to leverage knowledge and best practices for the implementation of public financial management policies and standards.

Qualification and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Management Studies with Accounting or BBA Degree from an accredited University or; ACCA Level 2

Required Competencies

  • Good Oral and Written Communication
  • Good Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
  • Good Customer Focus Skills
  • Results Focus
  • Integrity
  • Good knowledge and understanding of Accounting and Reporting Practices
  • Good knowledge of required Legislations, Policies and Procedures
  • Strong Leadership Skills
  • High Emotional Intelligence Skills
  • Strong Performance Management Skill

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than, 28th January, 2025 to:

Director Human Resource Management & Development

Accountant General’s Department

21 Dominica Drive

Kingston 5

OR

Email: careers@treasury.gov.jm

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