State Accountant: Rates and Taxes REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/350

SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07), (plus 37% in lieu of benefits) 

CENTRE : Mpumalanga (Mbombela) 

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). 

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.