ACCOUNTANT IMMOVABLE ASSETS

Closing Date: 17 June 2022
Salary: R 341 484.94 – R 443 270.98 (T12)

DIRECTORATE:               FINANCIAL SERVICES

DIVISION:                       ASSETS AND LIABILITY MANAGEMENT

BASIC SALARY:               R 341 484.94 – R 443 270.98 (T12) + MUNICIPAL BENEFITS

REF NO.:                        NOTICE: 94 of 2022

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: ● A relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management, preferable a National Diploma or B Com degree ● 2 to 5 years relevant experience.

ADDED ADVANTAGE: ● Compliance with the relevant Minimum Competency Levels for Financial Officials, issued in terms of Municipal Finance Management Act, as published under Government Notice No. 493 in Government Gazette No. 29967 of 15 June 2007.

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS: Valid Code B Driver’s License ● Computer literacy (MS Office applications) ● Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Good management, human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ●Sound knowledge of the standards of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) ● Analytical Skills ● Ability to give attention to detail ● High level of responsibility ● Ability to work under pressure ● Willingness to work after normal office hours, during emergencies and planned overtime.

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Execute the key performance and result indicators associated with immovable asset management functionality through the implementation of laid down policies, procedures and controls● Coordinate and control Councils immovable assets according to specific accounting procedures associated with acquisition and disposal ●Control, update, maintain and reconcile the various asset registers ( property asset/ infrastructure and community asset/ GIS registers, etc.) in accordance  laid down policies, procedures and controls ● Record and attend to transactional procedural applications with relation to Long term liabilities including external loans, etc. in accordance relevant policies and legislative prescripts ● Coordinate and control procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the functionality ● Liaise with internal and external auditors ● Keep abreast of legislative changes and emerging trends in the profession

Work related enquiries contact: Manager – Assets and Liability Management: Mr. W Beauzick; wbeauzicks@plett.gov.za or on tell: 044 501 3000.

General enquiries contact:  Mr. J Williams or Ms. L Clark on telephone no:  044 501 3418.

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and evaluation process and be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications and credit record will be verified.

Application forms are available on the Bitou website (www.bitou.gov.za). A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be posted /hand delivered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.

Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Please take note:                                           READVERTISEMENT

1. ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
2. Please complete the Reference Checking Consent & Authorization Form which is available on the Municipality’s Website. (Compulsory).
3. LATE APPLICATIONS will not be considered. Canvassing of Councillors with the purpose of being appointed is no.
4. Candidates should clearly state their work experience in relation to the functions and responsibilities required for this position.

M MEMANI

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                              CLOSING DATE: 17 June 2022 @ 14h00

 
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.