About the Role
The Department of Water and Sanitation is seeking a talented State Accountant specializing in Revenue Management to join their team in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha). This vital role involves ensuring effective financial administration and Revenue Management services within the Region, leveraging SAP to manage customer billing, revenue collection, and debtor reconciliations. By maintaining accurate financial records and providing essential reports, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the financial integrity of water services in the community, directly impacting the quality and reliability of these essential services to the public.
Working daily at the Department of Water and Sanitation means being part of a larger mission to provide sustainable water solutions for South Africa. This role is not just about numbers; it’s about contributing to the health and well-being of communities by ensuring that revenue streams are managed efficiently. As a State Accountant, you will engage with strategic customers and help in the tariff determination process, making this position integral to the financial sustainability of water services in the region.
About the Department
The Department of Water and Sanitation is committed to managing South Africa’s water resources responsibly, ensuring that all citizens have access to clean and safe water. The department’s mandate involves overseeing the conservation and management of water resources, implementing policies that promote sustainable use, and ensuring compliance with financial legislation and regulations. Working here means being part of a team that is dedicated to improving the lives of South Africans through effective water and sanitation management.
What You’ll Do
- Provide effective financial administration and Revenue Management services on SAP.
- Manage customer billing and revenue collection processes.
- Conduct debtor reconciliations and payment allocations.
- Monitor General Journal and Debtors’ Ledger transactions.
- Attend monthly meetings with strategic customers to manage revenue contracts.
- Assist with the tariff determination process in the Region.
- Compile and submit timely revenue reports.
- Supervise personnel involved in financial operations.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant NQF level 6 qualification (National Diploma) in Financial Management or related field.
- One to two years of experience in Revenue Management.
- Practical experience with SAP and WARMS systems.
- Knowledge of financial legislation, policies, and procedures.
- Understanding of financial prescripts such as PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
- Strong problem-solving skills and client orientation.
- A valid unexpired driver’s license is required.
- Willingness to travel extensively.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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Requirements
A relevant NQF level 6 qualification (National Diploma) in Financial Management or any related qualification in the field, plus one (1) to (2) two years’ experience in Revenue Management.The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Practical experience of the SAP system and the WARMS system.
Knowledge and understanding of financial legislation, policies, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge and understanding of financial prescripts such as the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and the Division of 94 Revenue Act (DORA), National Water Act (NWA), Knowledge of and application of International Financial Reporting Standards applicable to revenue, Generally Recognized Accounting Practice, Public Service Anti- Corruption Strategy, fraud, and prevention.
Knowledge of equal opportunities and affirmative action guidelines, and laws.
Knowledge of administrative, clerical procedures, and systems.
Knowledge and understanding of Departmental policies and procedures.
Framework for managing performance information.
Knowledge of implementing policies of PMDS.
Problem-solving and Analysis.
People and Diversity Management.
Client Orientation and Customer Focus.
Good communication.
Accountability and Ethical Conduct.
Be able to work independently, Willingness to travel extensively.
Job Duties
Provide effective financial administration and Revenue Management services within the Region on SAP, including customer billing, revenue collection, debtor reconciliations, payment allocations, suspense account management, monitoring of General Journal and Debtors' Ledger transactions, customer relationship management, ensuring that all functions are performed accurately, efficiently and within prescribed timeframes.Re-printing of customer statements and invoices.
Attend monthly customer meetings with strategic customers as part of managing revenue management contracts.
Assist with the tariff determination process in the Region.
Be able to provide all Revenue Management reports that are required on ad hoc basis.
Compile and submit revenue reports timeously.
Supervision of personnel.
