Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality hereby invites applications from all suitable, qualified, and experienced individuals for appointment to the following position. BUDGET&TREASURY DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTANT: BUDGET AND REPORTING Remuneration: R 351 623.09 p. a plus normal Municipal benefits (Task Grade 12) Requirements: • A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) • A National Diploma or B.Com Degree in Accounting • Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience • Computer literate in MS Office • A valid driver’s license • Knowledge of the Samras System and Local Government legislations • Good communication skills in both English and IsiZulu. Key performance areas: The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties: • Ability to perform financial management duties according to prescribed norms and standards and good working knowledge and experience of applicable local government legislation (e.g. MSA, MFMA) and others as applicable legislations • Responsible for the compilation of statuary financial reporting as per MFMA (Municipal Finance Management Act) e.g. monthly, quarterly, and biannually reporting • Responsible for grant administration, management, and reporting • Ability to prepare interim and annual financial statements • Ensure preparation and review of grants, bank and investment reconciliations • Assist with setting and compilation of municipal budget, tariffs, and costing as per MFMA and municipal budget reporting requirements • Prepares forecasts of income and expenditure • Assist in managing assets according to municipal policies and procedures • Act as a liaison (IGR) representative for the municipality regarding financial compliance and reporting to stakeholders • Responsible for daily financial functions include a compilation of journal, ratio’s financial operational and capital reporting, various reconciliations, and performing due diligence on financial transactions • Assist with year-end procedures for the compilation of the annual financial statement • Assist with administering the financial audit file • Ensure compliance with all reporting requirements applicable to local government. Enquiries: Mr S.A. Radebe, on tel: (039) 833 1038/060 521 8374 (during office hours 08h00am to 16h00pm). Please note: Applications must be submitted on a signed Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma Application Form that can be obtained on our website www.ndz.gov.za accompanied by Curriculum vitae with three references, certified original copies of academic qualifications, ID, and Driver’s license where applicable not older than 3 months. No faxes, e-mails, or late applications will be accepted. Canvassing or use of undue influence by job applicants or any other person on behalf of job applicants, for posts within the municipality’s service is prohibited and evidence thereof will disqualify the applicant’s application for consideration. The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment. Please forward your application to: Mr N.C. Vezi, The Municipal Manager, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Local Municipality, P O Box 62, Creighton, 3263, or hand-deliver to: Municipality Building, Main Street, Creighton, 3263, or Arbuckle Street, Himeville, 3256, (during office hours from 08h00 to 16h30). CLOSING DATE: 07 JUNE 2024 AT 16H00PM. Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma Municipality is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to achieving diversity, equality, and the maintenance of representation in terms of race, gender, and disability. MR N.C VEZI: MUNICIPAL MANAGER #J-18808-Ljbffr