
RE-ADVERTISMENT -SENIOR ACCOUNTANT: INCOME – TASK GRADE 12 OF A CATEGORY 3 LOCAL MUNICIPALITY (SALARY SCALE: R 368 723 – R 478 613 p.a)
Applications are invited from people who consider themselves suitably qualified for the above position, which is vacant in the Port Alfred office.
The successful candidate will report directly to the Manager: Revenue.
Those who previously applied should re- apply.
• Grade 12 plus National Diploma in Financial Accounting or equivalent NQF Level 6 with accounting.
• Minimum of two to three years’ experience in a Revenue section of a Local Municipality
• Code B driver’s license without any endorsement.
• Be prepared to work long hours.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• No criminal record
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Sound computer literacy, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy when working with figures.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Supervision of subordinates.
• Monthly reconciliation of Revenue received and outstanding Debtors.
• Assist in Revenue reports in line with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) requirements (Monthly, quarterly, and annually)
• Review bank reconciliations.
• Review General valuation roll and rates reconciliations.
• Prepare debt write-off import files and reconciliations.
• Perform lease rental reconciliations.
• Ensure issuing of Rates clearance certificates and ownership transfers are attended to timeously.
• Ensure meter reading performance is adhered to by subordinates.
• Attend to rebate applications in line with Rates policy.
• Review and authorize debtors’ journals.
• Implementing annual Tariff changes and Gazetting tariffs
• Assessing the adequacy of current financial policies and procedures.
• Responsible for submission of reconciliations and documentation required for preparation of Annual financial statements and working files.
• Perform other duties as may be delegated by the Manager Budget and Treasury
Applications are invited from persons who consider themselves suitably qualified for appointment of the abovementioned post.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: As per Section A16 of the National Building Regulations and Building Standards (Act No. 13 of 1977), the minimum qualification shall be of a standard equivalent to a Senior Certificate plus three years tertiary education, at an accredited educational institution, in one of the following building disciplines: civil engineering; structural engineering; architecture; building management; building science; building surveying or quality surveying • Minimum of 5 – 8 years’ experience in a similar environment in Local Government.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS: A Code B driver’s license • Own transport • A high level of computer competency, with proficiency in MS office (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint) and email; Good knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory provisions• Good Communication and interpersonal skills; Good report writing skills; A law enforcement certificate will be an advantage.
To apply, please send your C.V, certified copies of qualifications, ID document, cover letter, and driver’s license (including details of at least 3 contactable references) to the *Human Resource Unit*, Ndlambe Municipality, P.O. Box 13; Port Alfred, 6170 OR Hand deliver at HR Offices at 01 Causeway Road, Civic Centre, Port Alfred. Please note that no faxed or emailed applications will be considered.
For enquiries kindly contact the Human Resources Section at 046 604 55 00
Application forms are downloaded on the Municipal website (www.ndlambe.gov.za).
The closing date is Monday, 27 May 2024.
NOTICE NUMBER: 70/2024
ADV. R DUMEZWENI
MUNICIPAL MANAGER