Senior State Accountant: Creditors at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Requirements & Qualifications

• 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. 

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. 

Candidate Profile

• 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.