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POST 09/175 : SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT (MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING) (X2 POSTS) Vaal-Orange
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Requirements
A relevant NQF Level 6 qualification in Finance or related qualification.
Two (2) to (4) four years’ experience in the financial environment.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Knowledge and practical experience on SAP system.
Knowledge of PERSAL and Warms systems would be an added advantage.
Computer literacy such as MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Sound understanding of accounting principles and knowledge of the budgeting process.
People and diversity management.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Good communication skills.
Accountability and ethical conduct.
Problem solving and analysis.
Knowledge of administrative clerical procedures and systems.
Knowledge and understanding of financial prescripts such PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
Duties
In-Year monitoring, monthly reporting and providing support regarding the planning and budgeting process.
Compiling and capturing of the budget.
Fund shifting of budget allocations.
Assist with tariff calculations.
Ensure effective implementation of the budget policy and provide advice on the budget process to budget controllers on correct GL allocations.
Analyse expenditure trends and deviations and provide reports to management.
Assist with re-allocation of funds and monitor movement of funds allocated within the budget.
Confirm availability of funds regarding the requisition of goods and services.
Processing, capturing and/or authorizing payments to customers on the SAP system, perform payroll functions, capturing and/or authorizing staff claims on PERSAL system.
Management of reporting including accruals and commitments, Address audit queries and implement corrective measures.
Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on budget expenditure.
Approval of journals.
Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.
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Notes
The Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency is a Public Water Resource Management Agency, established in line with the provisions of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act no 36 of 1998) (NWA) and National Water Policy for South Africa.
It is an entity of the National Department of Water and Sanitation.
Employees appointed in the CMA have similar employment terms and conditions as those of employees appointed in terms of the Public Service Act, though not employed in terms of the Public Service Act. 121