About
The Accountant General’s Department (AGD) is an operational department within Jamaica’s Ministry of Finance and the Public Service, functioning as the nation’s Treasury. Our motto — “Service with excellence… Touching the life of every Jamaican” — reflects our commitment to every citizen we serve.
Our Mission
To consistently meet the expectations of our stakeholders through effective management of the Government’s Treasury, supported by a dynamic team and cutting-edge technology.
Our Vision
A modern Treasury providing premier public financial management and service excellence.
Our Core Values
The AGD operates under the core values captured in the acronym R.A.P.I.T.:
Our Primary Functions
The AGD is charged with facilitating and reporting on the flow of funds to and from the Consolidated Fund — Jamaica’s principal instrument for Parliamentary control of public finances.
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Managing the Consolidated Fund — the central account through which all government receipts and payments are made -
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Administering pension payments for approximately 40,000 retired government employees and their dependants -
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Processing payroll for 17 government ministries and departments -
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Administering public debt servicing and maintaining comprehensive government financial records -
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Managing Treasury Deposits and government shareholdings in statutory bodies and companies -
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Providing seven public loan products to Government of Jamaica employees at a maximum 3% interest rate -
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Preparing financial statements and providing technical financial advice to senior government officials
Quality Policy
F.O.C.U.S
“Focused on Continuous improvement and the Ultimate Satisfaction of customers”