Senior State Accountant: Financial Accounting (X2 POSTS)

What you will need

• Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in Accounting/Auditing, or any other relevant qualification inclusive of Financial Accounting III.
• Inherent 206 requirements of the job: A valid code B/EB driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
• Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (Excel spreadsheets, report writing and drafting of Word documents, MS PowerPoint presentations), Analytical and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Modified Cash Standard (MCS) and/or Generally Recognised Accounting.
• Practice (GRAP) Standards.

Experience

Experience: Appropriate experience in an accounting environment and preparation of financial statements. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Practical experience with compilation of Financial Statements. Working experience of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/ or International Standards on Auditing.

Skills and competencies

• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Practical experience with compilation of Financial Statements.
• Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (Excel spreadsheets, report writing and drafting of Word documents, MS PowerPoint presentations), Analytical and presentation skills.

Key responsibilities

• Overall assessment of AFS Template and analysis of the Modified Cash Standard.
• Compilation of Interim and Annual Financial Statements and assist with implementation/compliance iro AFS Disclosure Notes inputs.
• Provide guidance/advice around accounting issues iro AFS.
• Research, analyse and compile implementation plans iro Accounting standards.
• Compliance: Monthly/quarterly disclosure/financial reporting.
• Research, analyse and interpret accounting information.
• Project Management.
• Supervisory functions.

Additional details

• Grade: Provincial

How to apply

• Enquiries: Mr MN Davids
• Telephone: (021) 483-3176

Please note

• No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
• Short-listed candidates may be required to do a computer literacy test and presentation as part of the evaluation process.