● A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or BCom with financial accounting as a major subject ● 2-5 years relevant experience required ● Computer literacy: MS Office
● Code B drivers’ license ● Good supervision, human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ● Financial management skills ● Ability to give attention to detail ● High level of responsibility ● Analytical skills ● Ability to work under pressure ● Ability to deal with conflict situations
KNOWLEDGE AND SCOPE OF WORK: ● Conducts work of financial nature according to prescribed norms and standards under the general direction of an experienced senior accountant ● Working knowledge and experience of applicable local government legislation (e.g. MSA, MFMA, and others as applicable).
● Coordinate the implementation of functional procedures, systems and controls associated with the key performance areas and result indicators of the functionality ● Control movable assets according to specific accounting and internal procedures associated with its acquisition, movement and disposal ● Plan and co-ordinate the annual asset survey processes ● Coordinate the implementation of functional procedures, systems and controls associated with insurance management and result indicators of the functionality ● Coordinating the recording and processing procedures of transactions ● Coordinate the implementation of functional procedures, systems and controls associated with intangible assets and result indicators of the functionality ● Performs specific sequences associated with maintaining electronically based information/data and files/records ● Attends to specific administrative recording and reporting requirements ● Performs client and public service functions ● Provides support to the immediate superior in respect of specific office management services associated with administrative functions.
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Accounting: Aware of and able to apply the principles of GRAP
- Procurement: Investigates alternative vendors or products to improve cost, quality and delivery ratios.
- Budgeting: Prepares forecasts of income and expenditure.
- Financial Management: Evaluates current and proposed activities,
- Costing: Understands costing concepts and advise on the management of costs.
- Financial Reporting: Presents information in graphical, diagrammatic or tabular formats.
- Financial Process Management: Assists in managing assets according to policies and procedures.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Oral Communication: Provide guidance to the team on goals and objectives of the function.
- Written Communication: Sound report writing skills.
- Organisational Awareness: Understands and internalizes the municipality’s priorities and goals.
- Problem Solving: Identifies problems following defined diagnostic processes.
- Planning and Organizing: Executes tasks in order of priority and urgency.
PUBLIC SERVICE ORIENTATION COMPETENCIES
- Interpersonal Relationships: Relates to people at all levels of the organisation.
- Communication: Organises and presents own perspective in a logical manner.
- Service Delivery Orientation: Professional interaction with general public and stakeholders.
PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
- Action and outcome orientation: Pushes self and motivates others for results.
- Resilience: Stays calm and focused under pressure.
- Cognitive ability: Demonstrates logical, consequential thinking.
- Change readiness: Open to new ideas and ways of doing things.
- Learning orientation: Learns from experience and does not repeat mistakes.
MANAGEMENT / LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- Impact and Influence: Commands respect from peers and managers.
- Team Orientation: Able to work in a multidisciplinary team.
- Direction Setting: Sets out work for others in a well-planned and organized manner.
- Coaching and Mentoring: Sets challenging tasks that stretches individuals’ abilities and self-confidence.
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to 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:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
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.