State Accountant: Financial Accounting, Ref No. DOTP 07/2024 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• Department of the Premier has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to do in-year and annual reporting on recorded financial affairs and reporting as per PFMA requirements and the compilation and finalization of the Interim and Annual Financial Statements. The post is based in Cape Town – CBD.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/ B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Accounting or  Financial Management; A minimum of 1-year appropriate experience in a financial accounting working environment.

Key Performance Areas    

• Overall assessment of the AFS Template, research and analysis of the relevant/most updated Accounting Standards, Accounting Manual for Departments, and adhoc guidelines and directives issued by National and Provincial Treasury AFS.
• Compilation of the IFS/AFS consisting of primary and secondary financial information and assist with implementation/compliance of IFS/AFS disclosure notes.
• Completion and submission of of Audit file and regular reporting.
• Provide guidance/advice around accounting issues in respect of IFS/AFS.
• Reporting as per requirement of the PFMA. 

Competencies    
Knowledge of the following:

• Sound knowledge of Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations and Provincial Treasury Instructions);
• Managerial knowledge of Financial systems 
• Experience in drafting of Financial Statements
• Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Sound knowledge of the legacy systems
• Strong Financial background
• Generally Recognised Accounting Practices
• Compilation of Financial statements 
• The ability to provide training
• Presentation skills
• Good written and oral communication skills