ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL REPORTING X2

Directorate: Financial Services

VACANCY ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL REPORTING X2 QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS *A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Com with financial accounting as a major subject. *Computer literacy: MS Office * 2-5 years’ relevant experience required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES *Analyzing income and expenditure recording processes referring to information detailed in supporting documentation and resolving deviation on procedures. *Balance and aligning structures within the General Ledger to ensure that financial information is sound and credible. *Providing support with regards to the consolidation of income and expenditure transactions to facilitate the production of Financial Statements. *Ensure accurate integrating all sub-systems within the financial system for credible and accurate financial reporting in accordance with the applicable policies, standards and legislation. *Preparation of the Financial Statements using case ware in accordance with the Generally Recognized Accounting Practice. *Attending to, reviewing and approving reconciliations and authorizing and preparing journals to reflect adjustments, in the preparation of financial statements. *Updating and maintaining master data including general ledger structure, business intelligence system and other systems to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards. *Balancing Trial Balance for the preparation of Interim and Annual Financial Statements. *Ensure month/year end runs and plans are implemented partial and financial closing off the general ledger and annual rolling-over of balances from the audited annual financial statements. *Interacting with the internal/external auditors and making available information, supporting documentation and proofs of approval guiding specific recordings, adjustments and allocation of Accounts. *Monitoring and guiding continuous improvement processes against audit and financial regulations and requirements. *Perform other lawful duties as may be delegated by management. OCCUPATIONAL COMPETENCIES *Knowledge of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) and other related Local Government Legislation. *Understanding of the Municipality Financial Reporting Framework (GRAP). *Conversant with the Municipal Standard Chart of accounts (Macao). *Good communication and writing skills. *Ability to work with a team independently and ability to work under pressure. *Team leader/good supervision skills and ability to transfer skills to the junior staff. SALARY SCALE R530 304.00 per annum Level 6 of Grade 6 (this position is EE targeted, African females are encouraged to apply) Download Application Form Here