Job Description

To provide an effective accounting and support service to the decision makers who are responsible for achieving the Parks, Recreation, Cemetries and Culture objectives.
Key Responsibility AreasManages and controls the accounting Unit.Manages and controls the preparation of the annual and multi- year budgets.Manages and controls the preparation of the annual financial statements.Ensures financial discipline and accountibility within the Unit.Provides a financial advisory service to the relevant operational management.Examines all reports for the committee as prepared by the Departments.Co-ordinates, monitors and examines all tariff reports.Represents the Corporate Executive Departmental Accounting (HSS).Deputises for the Corporate Executive Departmental Accounting as and when required.Co-ordinates and controls the preparation of ad hoc financial accounting reports and monthly management control reports.Attends to internal / external Auditors and queries.Undertakes administrative duties.
CompetenciesAccounting.BudgetingFinancial Management.CostingFinancial Process ManagementOrganisational Awareness.Problem Solving.Planning and Organising.Interpersonal RelationshipsAction and outcome Orientation.Coaching and Mentoring.
Essential RequirementsTertiary qualification (NQF Level 7) in Accounting or equivalent with Financial Accounting as a major subject.Must be in possession of National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF Level 6) or Must obtain a National Treasury MFMA minimum competency qualification (NQF Level 6) within 18 months of date of appointment.Valid motor vehicle driving license.5 Years relevant expereince of which 3 years must be a supervisory level.Computer Literacy.
Preferred RequirementsTertiary qualification (NQF Level 8) in Accounting or equivalent with Financial Accounting as a major subject.Must have professional registration of either CA(SA) CIMA/ACCA/CIGFARO.6 Years relevant experience of which 4 years must be at a supervisory level.
Housing Subsidy Yes
Leave Yes
Medical Aid Yes
Other Allowances Locomotion and Cellphone Allowance
Pension Fund Yes
Remuneration R1 061.689.00 - R1 350 961.00 Total Remuneration Package
13th Cheque Yes
Contact Name HC Finance
Contact Telephone 031 311 1623

eThekwini Municipality