Accountant Provincial Office

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

Job summary

A government agency in Gauteng is looking for an Accountant to provide financial administration support. The role involves implementing financial policies, managing assets, and processing payments. Candidates should have a diploma in accounting and 3-4 years of experience in financial accounting. Strong knowledge of accounting principles is essential. Apply by sending your CV to the specified email address.

Qualifications

• Matric (NQF Level 4) and a Diploma or Certificate in Accounting.
• 3 – 4 years’ work experience in Financial Accounting.
• Knowledge of financial management.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the implementation of Financial Accounting Policies and Procedures.
• Support financial control systems.
• Manage provincial assets.

Skills

Knowledge and experience in GRAP

Comprehensive knowledge in account processing

Advanced MS Office (Excel)

Knowledge of Accounting Principles

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Accounting (NQF Level 5)

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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’ 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 (Excel).
• Knowledge and experience in financial accounting and payment systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of Accounting Principles.
• Understanding of business imperatives around financial management.

Critical Competencies

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

Application Details

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail]. Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Closing Date: 16 March 2020

Equity and Compliance

NB: It is the organization’s intention to promote equity and representivity in terms of race, gender and people living with disability as per the targets in the Employment Equity Plan (EE Plan). All applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their CV. Coloured Males, White Males, Coloured Females, Indian male or Indian Females are encouraged to apply.

The appointment of candidates is subject to verification of credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and other checks as may be necessary). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard within three months of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful. Offers will be made from Minimum to Midpoint as advertised.