Senior State Accountant: Creditors

Overview

Senior state accountant needed in Pretoria to authorise payments, verify BAS and LOGIS transactions, and manage creditor reconciliations for the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.

Requirements

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Accounting / Financial Management or relevant qualification in the related field as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Financial Management.
• Knowledge of financial management, accounting and business practices.
• Sufficient knowledge of specific computer software packages and efficient use of associated hardware.
• Financial management;. Accounting;. BAS;. LOGIS.
• Public Service financial legislative frameworks.
• Adequate skills in computer use.
• Advanced skills in financial management.
• Supervisory skills.
• Good interpersonal relations.
• Problem Solving and Analysis.
• Client Orientation and Customer Focus.
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
• Ability to gather and analyse information.
• Ability to work individually and in team.
• Ability to apply policies, strategies and legislation.
• Ability to work under pressure with difficult persons and to resolve conflict.
• Sense of responsibility, Honesty and loyalty.

Duties

• Authorise sundry payments.
• Check if the document was signed by officials and authorized by the responsible manager.
• Authorise LOGIS Payments.
• Verify the document with the information captured on BAS and LOGIS system by the capturer before authorising.
• Updating, reporting and reconciliation of the Prepayments and Advances accounts.
• Ensure the Telkom register is updated and interfaces cleared.
• Compiling and reporting of Accruals & Payables not recognised.
• Ensure compliance to PFMA, Treasury Regulations, effective control measures and adherence to all policies as well as financial delegations.
• Reconcile 30 days report.
• Reconcile all the individual reports and submit to the supervisor.
• ENQUIRY : Ms.
• J Davis Tel No: (012) 399 9119

How to apply

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/

Notes

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessment to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preference, emotional intelligence and integrity. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013. MANAGEMENT ECHELON