Finance & Accounting Jobs at Kenya Prisons Service — Hiring Now

Updated 10 Apr 2026
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Finance & Accounting Jobs at Kenya Prisons Service

Kenya Prisons Service is the government agency responsible for the custody, rehabilitation, and reintegration of offenders in Kenya. The service manages prisons, remand homes, and Borstal institutions across the country, employing prison officers, medical staff, social workers, and administrators. Kenya Prisons Service conducts regular recruitment exercises for prison officer cadets and civilian staff, attracting applicants from across the country seeking government employment in correctional services. Finance and accounting professionals are consistently among the most recruited in Kenya. Roles range from accounts assistants and bookkeepers to CFOs and financial directors. The Big Four accounting firms, commercial banks, SACCOs, microfinance institutions, and listed companies are dominant employers. Professionals with CPA(K), ACCA, or CFA qualifications command a significant salary premium across all sectors. Kompeaa lists verified Finance & Accounting vacancies at Kenya Prisons Service Kenya, fresh listings. Whether you are an experienced Finance & Accounting professional or a graduate targeting Kenya Prisons Service’s structured programs, browse current Finance & Accounting openings at Kenya Prisons Service below and apply directly through Kompeaa.

In-Demand Skills

Key skills: Excel, IFRS, CPA(K), Financial Modeling, QuickBooks, Tax Compliance, ACCA

Salary Range

KES 55,000 – 280,000/month

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kenya Prisons Service have a graduate trainee or internship program?

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What is it like working at Kenya Prisons Service in Kenya?

Kenya Prisons Service is among Kenya's most recognised employers. Browse current Kenya Prisons Service vacancies on this page to see the types of roles, departments, and locations where they are actively recruiting. Job descriptions often give insight into the working environment and culture.

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