EVALUATION OF GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTING SYSTEM IN ANAMBRA STATE: (A CASE STUDY OF MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND ECONOMIC PLANNING AWKA)

ABSTRACT

This research work – Evaluation of Government Accounting system in Anambra State – “A case study of Ministry of Finance and Economic planning, Awka is divided into five chapters each chapter dealing with a particular aspect or research work.

The overall aim of the study is to find out the functions of various ministries in relation to preparation of government account.

A general review of what government accounting is all about the role of Anambra State Ministry of Finance Awka, towards achieving this objective was evaluated.  The problem hindering efficient performance of the ministry of finance was discussed.  The Audit Personnel role towards achieving or not achieving the objective was also analysed.

The research is hopeful that if the suggested measures are implemented the government accounting system in Anambra State will be solidified thereby enhancing proper accountability.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title page

Approval page

Dedication

Acknowledgement

Table of contents

List of Tables

Abstract

Chapter one

Introduction

1.1             Background of the study

1.2             Statement of the problems

1.3             Objectives of the study

1.4             Significance of the study

1.5             Scope and limitations of the study

1.6             Statement of hypothesis

1.7             Definition of Terms

References

Chapter Two

Review of Related Literature

2.1             Governmental Accounting Procedure

2.2             The Role of Internal Audit Department in the Civil Society

2.3             Types of fund kept by government

2.4             Purpose of government accounting

2.5             Basic concepts of government accounting

2.6             The matching concept

2.7             Depreciation

2.8             Transaction

2.9             Tax constraints

2.10        Current values

Chapter Three

Research design and methodology

3.1             Research method used

3.2             Description of respondents

3.3             Determination of sample size

3.4             Sources of data

3.5             Primary source of data

3.6             Secondary source of data

3.7             Methods of investigation

3.8             Distribution of questionnaire

3.9             Statistical test used

Chapter Four

4.1             Presentation, analysis and interpretation of data

4.2             Testing the hypothesis using the chi-square

Chapter five

Summary of findings, conclusions and recommendations.

5.1             Summary of Findings

5.2             Conclusion

5.3             Recommendations

Bibliography

Appendix