Accountant Provincial Office

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 305,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency seeks an Accountant to provide financial administration support at the Provincial Office. This role involves implementing financial controls and managing assets, requiring significant knowledge in financial legislation and three to four years of relevant work experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years work experience in Financial Accounting required.
• Knowledge in payment principles and cash flow control.
• Comprehensive understanding of corporate governance systems.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of Financial Accounting Policies and Procedures.
• Manage provincial assets and process Provincial Payments.
• Assist with Supply Chain Management.

Skills

Knowledge of GRAP

Financial Accounting

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Advanced MS Office

Problem-Solving

Education

Matric (NQF Level 4)

Diploma or Certificate in Accounting (NQF Level 5)

Job description

JOB PROFILE

JOB TITLE: Accountant

JOB GRADE: C2 Minimum Midpoint

TOTAL CTC: R305 975 - R359 971

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide financial administration support to the Provincial Office.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Provide support in the implementation of Financial Accounting Policies and Procedures.
• Provide support in the implementation of financial control systems.
• Provide support in managing provincial assets.
• Supply Chain Management.
• Process Provincial Payments.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Matric (NQF Level 4) and a Diploma or Certificate (NQF Level 5/12 months Certificate) in Accounting.

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

3 – 4 years of work experience in Financial Accounting.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge and experience in the application of GRAP, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, King III Report, Corporate Governance System, and related Legislation.
• Comprehensive knowledge in account processing, cash flow control, and payment principles.
• Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel.
• Knowledge and experience in financial accounting and payment systems.
• Understanding of Accounting Principles and business imperatives around financial management.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Advisory Service
• Communication
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Analytical Skills
• Business Acumen
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
• Planning & Organising
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Performance Driven
• Teamwork
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Policy Adherence
• Negotiation
• Basic Computer Skills
• Office Management

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To apply, send your CV to [e-mail]. Please specify the position in the subject line.

CLOSING DATE

16 March 2020

NOTE

The organization promotes equity and diversity in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan. All applicants should indicate their race, gender, and disability status in their CV. Applicants from Coloured Males, White Males, Coloured Females, Indian Males, or Indian Females are encouraged to apply.

Employment is contingent upon verification of credentials and background checks. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within three months, consider your application unsuccessful. Offers will be made from the minimum to the midpoint of the advertised salary range.