State Accountant

Requirements

As a minimum a National Diploma / Advanced Certificate in Finance/ Accounting or equivalent NQF 6 qualification. NQF 7 will be an added advantage. A minimum of one (1) year relevant experience in Accounting/ Finance. Knowledge of Public Sector Reporting Framework for the preparation of financial statements, financial controls, Public Sector Financial prescripts, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury regulations. Computer literacy – Word, Excel and PowerPoint important. Knowledge of Government systems (BAS, Walker, PERSAL) will be an added advantage. Sound analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer relation skills. Creative and innovative. Ability to work independently and in a team. Sound Report writing. Ability to apply technical/professional knowledge and skills in immediate work area and wider environment. Ability to work under pressure and with precision. Ensure deadlines are adhered to. Ability to plan effectively and efficiently. Ability to apply technical/professional knowledge and skills in immediate work area and wider environment. Ability to work under pressure and with precision. Ensure deadlines are adhered to. Ability to plan effectively and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

To render Financial Accounting Services related to Debtors, Creditors, Revenue and Expenditure. Responsible for the capturing of revenue. To assist the supervisor with the timeous and accurate closure of month-end and year-end BAS processes. To assist with the preparation of the monthly accounting reconciliations, checks and balances. Perform/authorize daily financial accounting system operational functions. To check and monitor S&T claims for validity, accuracy and completeness. Check the daily bank statements. Ensure compliance with Public Sector reporting framework, accounting policies, procedures and PFMA. Supervise 284 and assess performance of sub-ordinates. Assist in compilation of sections in the Interim and Annual Financial Statements.

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