Job Description

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a qualified individual to coordinate, review and undertake the implementation of financial accounting systems and procedures in line with relevant legislation, regulations frameworks and departmental policies and procedures.
Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher) in Financial Accounting or related; A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience in a financial accounting or similar environment.
Recommendation
None.
Key Performance Areas
Collection and recording of revenue; Reporting; Clearance of balances in the assets and liabilities accounts; Supervise employees to ensure an effective financial accounting service; It will be advantageous to have experience in a financial accounting and/or management accounting environment.
Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations and Provincial Treasury Instructions; Public Service Act, 1994, as amended; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; Relevant systems (Basic Accounting System and Logistical Information System).
Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Numeracy and literacy; Project management; Accounting, finance and audit.
Remuneration
R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)
Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Skills Required