Patrick MARARA SHYAKA
Accountant General
Phone : +250 252 59605
Email:patrick.shyaka@minecofin.gov.rw

Objective of the office:

To be a leading entity in the provision of quality Accounting and Financial advisory services to the public sector through proper maintenance of accounting records, timely provision of financial reports and ensuring proper accountability of public funds among others. 

Functions:

The main functions are:

• Planning, development, implementation and formulation of policy pertaining to accounting systems, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Direction, control and coordination of matters relating to budget agencies accounting systems and operations in liaison with Chief Budget Managers.
• Monitoring and evaluation of accounting systems in budget agencies.
• Direction, control and coordination of all matters pertaining to treasury operations including reimbursement to budget agencies (cash management).
• Direction, control and coordination of operations of the treasury in matters relating to accounting for revenue including external loans and grants.
• Liaising with the National Bank of Rwanda on matters relating to consolidated fund and budget agencies’ bank accounts.
• Management and control of Government financial reporting system to ensure delivery of timely and accurate financial information for management decisions.
• Follow-up on budget agencies’ annual accounts, audit reports, Auditor General’s recommendations.
• Administration of the Rwanda Expertise Scheme for Accountants and Internal Auditors.
• Training and development of the accountants in the civil service.
• Administration of the Organic Law on State Finances and Property.