The Department of Water and Sanitation is the custodian of South Africa's water resources. It is primarily responsible for the formulation and implementation of policy governing this sector.
While striving to ensure that all South Africans gain access to clean water and dignified sanitation, the department also promotes effective and efficient water resou...
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State Accountant :Financial Accounting (General Ledger)
A relevant NQF 6 qualification in a financial related field. One year experience in the General Ledger. Problem Solving and analytical skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Computer literacy. In depth knowledge and understanding of Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. General ledger reconciliation and analysis. Knowledge of SAP and PERSAL System.
DUTIES :
Perform Daily, Monthly and Quarterly GL activities. Balance GL reconciliation accounts. Review and reconcile Items recorded on the general and subsidiary ledger; and Bank statements and bank balance recorded in the system; Perform year-end tasks. Ensure clearing of ledger and suspense accounts. Review the monthly general ledger reconciliations against the trial balance and supporting documentation. Identify any discrepancies on the general ledger reconciliations and propose corrective actions. Assist in managing the audit process and other requests for accounting and reporting. Assist in clearing audit queries and facilitate the development and implementation of audit action plans. Ensure the implementation of measures for improving financial reporting (AFS and IFS). Assist in drawing SAP reports (Trial Balance and detail reports) as and when required. Supervise human resources. Attend to audit queries.