Principal Accountant

The Warehouse Receipt System Council is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Principal Accountant to support its Senior Finance Management function. This position offers a strategic opportunity for professionals pursuing advanced finance job opportunities at WRSC, high-level public sector accounting careers in Kenya, and competitive senior finance management roles in Nairobi. The role is ideal for candidates with strong financial control, reporting, and budgeting expertise looking for long-term career growth at the Warehouse Receipt System Council.

Key Job Information

• Position: Principal Accountant – Job Grade WRSC 5
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Senior Finance Management
• Application Deadline: 15th December 2025 at 1700hrs EAT

About the Warehouse Receipt System Council (WRSC)

The Warehouse Receipt System Council (WRSC) is a State Corporation established under the Warehouse Receipt System Act No. 8 of 2019. Its mandate is to regulate, develop, and oversee a transparent warehouse receipt system that supports agricultural commodity storage, trade, and financial inclusion. As a key national regulator, WRSC plays a central role in modernizing Kenya’s agricultural markets, improving efficiency, and fostering confidence across the value chain. This makes WRSC a top institution for professionals seeking stable and impactful careers at WRSC Kenya and long-term public finance jobs in Nairobi.

WRSC collaborates widely with warehouse operators, financial institutions, farmers, regulators, and stakeholders across the structured commodity trading ecosystem. The Principal Accountant will join a high-performing team responsible for ensuring compliance, strengthening governance, improving financial reporting, and maintaining transparent financial operations. The Council offers an excellent platform for professionals aiming for progressive government accounting jobs in Kenya and high-impact senior accountant career opportunities.

With a commitment to integrity, accountability, and service excellence, WRSC continues to strengthen its systems, promote economic growth, and support national development priorities. This creates a dynamic and supportive environment for senior finance professionals looking for strong finance and accounting job opportunities in Kenya’s public sector.

Job Description

The Principal Accountant will provide leadership in financial control, accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, revenue management, and expenditure oversight. The role is responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, applying sound accounting principles, and supporting the Council’s mission through accurate, timely, and reliable financial operations. This position is ideal for candidates seeking strong public sector accounting opportunities and advanced roles within a regulatory institution such as WRSC.

The officer will supervise key accounting processes, guide staff on accounting procedures, ensure accurate financial documentation, and coordinate both routine and strategic financial activities. The role requires analytical strength, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of government financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities

I. Accounting & Financial Control

• Verify payment vouchers and committal documents in compliance with financial regulations.
• Process payments, imprest, travel advances, and appropriation-in-aid returns.
• Manage cash receipting, banking, balancing, and daily reconciliation of cash books.
• Verify bank reconciliation statements, statutory deductions, and receipts of all monies payable to WRSC.
• Prepare and maintain accurate prepayment, accrual, and provision schedules.
• Validate personal and merchant claims in line with National Treasury guidelines.
• Apply sound accounting principles and systems for managing finances, assets, revenue, expenditure, and costs.
• Oversee accounting for special funds, program funds, and project-based financial activities.

II. Reporting & Budgeting

• Monitor revenue collection and expenditures against approved budgets.
• Analyze payments and perform financial data analysis to support accounting reports.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and reports for WRSC.
• Prioritize programs and activities to support results-based resource allocation.
• Evaluate and scrutinize expenditure proposals.
• Compile information required during the budget preparation process.
• Process medium-term expenditure frameworks and revised budget estimates.
• Monitor commitments on recurrent, development, and donor-funded expenditures.
• Prepare budgets for recurrent and development votes.
• Produce quarterly expenditure forecasts and financial reports.
• Initiate proposals for additional funding or reallocation of resources.
• Ensure timely disbursement of funds and monitor expenditures on projects and programs.

Required Qualifications

• Cumulative nine (9) years of service, including at least three (3) years at Senior Accountant level or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance), Finance, Business Management (Accounting/Finance), or an equivalent field.
• Certificate in Management Course from a recognized institution.
• Certified Public Accountant Kenya (CPA-K) or equivalent qualification.
• Member of ICPAK in good standing.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated merit, ability, and consistent performance in previous roles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in public sector financial management or regulatory institutions.
• Strong knowledge of government budgeting processes and PFM regulations.
• Experience managing donor-funded or project-based financial activities.
• Ability to lead and mentor accounting teams.

Benefits and Compensation

The Principal Accountant position offers a competitive remuneration package aligned with State Corporation guidelines. Benefits may include medical coverage, pension, leave allowances, professional development opportunities, and a stable work environment ideal for professionals seeking long-term finance careers at the Warehouse Receipt System Council and high-quality public finance jobs in Nairobi.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply using the Apply Now button below.

Candidates should visit the Council’s website at https://wrsc.go.ke/careers/ to view the full job description and requirements. Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, details of daytime contacts, current and expected remuneration, three referees, and copies of academic and professional certificates, national ID/passport, valid professional memberships, and Chapter Six compliance documents.

How to Submit

Email Applications: Send to [email protected] with the job reference number and position in the subject line.

Hand-delivered or Posted Applications: Must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the job reference number and position, addressed to:

The Chairperson
Warehouse Receipt System Council
Ground Floor, Tea House – Naivasha Rd, off Ngong Rd
P.O. Box 22757-00505
Nairobi

All applications must be received on or before 15th December 2025 at 5:00pm.