About the Role
The Department of Finance is seeking a dedicated State Accountant: Rates and Taxes, located in the vibrant city of Polokwane, Limpopo. In this pivotal role, you will be entrusted with managing financial transactions that are essential to the community’s growth and sustainability. Your work will directly impact the efficiency of municipal services, ensuring that funds are allocated appropriately and that financial discrepancies are swiftly resolved. By joining this team, you will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of the public service and supporting local governance.
As a State Accountant, you will engage with clients, verify invoices, and ensure that payments are processed efficiently. This role is not just about numbers; it’s about building relationships and ensuring that the financial operations of the municipality run smoothly. Your expertise will contribute to reducing payment backlogs and enhancing the accountability of public funds in Limpopo, making a real difference in the lives of citizens.
About the Department
The Department of Finance plays a crucial role in managing the province’s financial resources, ensuring that funds are optimally used to support development and public services. Its mandate includes overseeing financial management practices, implementing fiscal policies, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Working in this department offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful financial governance and to be part of a team that strives to improve the economic landscape of Limpopo.
What You’ll Do
- Verify invoices and prepare payment submissions in line with policies.
- Request and gather necessary documentation from clients to ensure accurate billing.
- Reconcile accounts and capture payments accurately within the financial system.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to outstanding balances.
- Engage with clients to address and resolve financial queries.
- Monitor expenditure and track payment progress to ensure timely processing.
- Compile reports on expenditure, overdue invoices, and support audit processes.
- Maintain complete records and audit trails for all financial transactions.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 Certificate and a Degree or National Diploma in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in a financial management environment.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge of the Public Service Act and Public Finance Management Act.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to the specified address or by email as instructed below.
Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Degree or National Diploma in Financial Accounting / Management Accounting / Financial Management or related equivalent qualification.Minimum of 1 year experience in financial management environment.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job related knowledge: Public Service Act.
Public Finance Management Act.
Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
Treasury Regulations, 2005.
Job related skills: Communication (verbal and written).
Facilitation and presentation.
Financial Management.
Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
Job Duties
Verify invoices and prepare payment submissions.Request invoices, statements and supporting documents from clients.
Verify details, billing, tariffs, calculations and validity of charges.
Prepare complete payment parcels in accordance with policies, SOPs and delegations.
Submit payment parcels for review and approval and address queries.
Reconcile accounts and capturing of payments.
Reconcile statements with accounting records, payments and credits.
Investigate discrepancies and substantiate outstanding balances.
Engage clients to resolve queries.
Capture payments on financial system.
Monitor expenditure and payment progress.
Track payment submissions and follow up outstanding payments.
Communicate payment outcomes and confirm correct allocation to municipal accounts.
Maintain invoice, payment and outstanding liability registers.
Monitor overdue invoices and progress in reducing the payment backlog.
Compile reports and support audit processes.
Compile reports on expenditure, liabilities, disputed accounts and overdue invoices.
Report progress on backlog reduction and municipal clearance matters.
Maintain complete supporting records and audit trails.
Respond to audit queries and implement assigned corrective actions.
ENUIRIES : Ms M Nkuna Tel No: (015) 495 1905 / Mr L Mahasha Tel No: (015) 495 1956
