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Chief Accounting Clerk - WCFull job descriptionClosing Date2024/07/29Reference NumberWCG240619-2 Tracking NumberAGR 27/2024 Job TitleChief Accounting Clerk: Salary Deductions, Ref No. AGR 27/2024 DepartmentAgriculture Salary level7 EnquiriesMs S Adonis at (021) 808 5104 Job TypePermanent Location - CountrySouth Africa Location - ProvinceWestern Cape Location - Town / CityElsenburg Job PurposeThe Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to facilitate the control over salary advices, tax matters, persal deductions and allowances, T&S and maintenance of suspense accounts. Minimum RequirementsSenior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification) with Accounting as a passed subject; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. RecommendationA valid (code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Key Performance AreasMaintenance over operating systems (PERSAL) and Batch Control salary advices and third party payments, Persal Forum; Accounting Policies and Procedures (Journals and Payments), Suspense and Ledger accounts; Human Resources Management and Operational Planning Tax matters; Persal deductions and allowances; Debt Management. CompetenciesKnowledge of the following: Financial background specifically in Public Sector Finance; Report procedures; PERSAL and BAS; Relevant legislation, directions and procedures with regard to financial administration and more specifically of: PFMA, NTR'S, PTI'S and Division of Revenue Act (DORA). Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Presentation skills; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Outlook); Planning and organising; Problem solving and decision making within the field of work; Research; Analysing; Ability to interpret policies and directives; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. RemunerationR 308 154 per annum (Salary level 7)Note on remuneration: 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. NotesShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to 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.

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