Work performed within this discipline relates to a wide range of assignments in which accounting and auditing services are provided to the Organisation. The tasks of the discipline vary considerably and include, but are not limited to, the following: preparing financial statements about various operations at regular intervals; analysing and modifying accounting systems; approving payment of vouchers for vendors, freight, consultants and travel; approving payrolls; preparing cash-flow projections, financial compliance and operational auditing of accounts, programmes and funds; analysing and recommending modifications to financial control procedures and management practice; auditing contracts to assure completion of service; drafting audit reports.
Acceptable first-level university degrees for consideration by the Board for candidates applying in Finance are as follows: accounting, actuarial sciences, auditing, business administration (with evidence of having studied modules in auditing, accounting or finance), finance, management (with courses in accounting, auditing or finance), and international business. Any of the following experiences would be an advantage: 2-3 years’ working experience in a business or governmental environment in an accounting, budgeting or financial capacity; 2-3 years’ working experience in a management auditing/consulting firm; 2-3 years’ working experience in an engineering or project management capacity evaluating cost/benefit elements or capital project management.
Examination Sample: Specialized Paper - Finance (P2)
Examination Sample: General Paper (P2)