Senior Accountant (Government)
Mid-grade public accountant within a ministry or statutory body — prepares financial statements, manages votes, and ensures compliance with FAA.
Typical Salary
J$3M
to J$6M per year
Open Roles
250+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
Across all ministries
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Career Paths
Accounts Clerk→Junior Accountant→Accountant→Senior Accountant→Chief Accountant
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid
Entry: J$3MSenior: J$6M
Key Skills
Financial statements
Vote administration
GFMIS/IPSAS
Bank reconciliation
Budget monitoring
FAA Act compliance
Payroll review
Audit support
Education
Minimum Entry
- BSc Accounting
- ACCA Level 2 or equivalent
Preferred
- ACCA qualified
- ICAJ membership
- Government accounting experience
Professional Qualifications
- ACCA / ICAJ membership
- Civil Service Commission appointment
- FAA training
Market Trend
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