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JOHANNESBURG CITY PARKS - SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (X1 PERMANENT)
JOHANNESBURG CITY PARKS
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (X1 PERMANENT)
Salary scale: R539, 116. 98 – R667, 675. 50
Qualifications and Experience
A minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Accounting/ Financial Management/ Auditing and CIMA.
A minimum 3 years’ experience in accounting role, audit or similar.
Sound knowledge and understanding of GRAP, MFMA and other local government legislation
3 years SAICA articles an added advantage.
Key Performance Area
Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expenses entries by compiling and analysing account information
Maintains and balances subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies
Maintains general ledger by transferring subsidiary accounts, preparing a trial balance, reconciling entries
Summarizes financial status by collecting information, preparing balance sheet, profit and loss, and other statements
Assists in external audit by analysing and scheduling general ledger accounts; providing information for auditors
Avoids legal challenges by complying with legal requirements
Secures financial information by completing database backups
Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations
Creation and maintenance of cost centre structures
Annual financial year roll-over after AG audit and balancing GP to close-off sub-ledgers
Aids in managing the HR elements of the staff within the department (incl. leave management, time and attendance, performance, grievance and disciplinary management, etc.)
Manages the budget and expenditure within the department
Ensures internal controls, processes, procedures and quality standards are adhered to by the staff
Ensures the continuous improvement of the functioning of the department (incl. but not limited to policy, process, procedure and quality improvements
Contributes to team effectiveness and team cohesion
Clearly outlines expected deliverables and measures
Holds team members accountable for individual performance (against agreed and expected deliverables)
Prepares for, and participates in, regular performance reviews (quarterly or as determined by the organisation)
Creates an enabling and supportive environment for the individual team members
Strives to improve cooperation and interaction between individuals in order to improve overall performance of the team
Ensure reportees have individual goals and targets set in alignment with department objectives
Ensure reportees are meeting expected targets
Discusses deliverables, measures and targets with superior
Actively participates and manages own performance levels by participating in regular one-on-one meetings with manager to discuss progress of individual areas of accountability
Actively seeks coaching or advice when necessary
Strives to improve own knowledge as it relates to the role
Discusses and implements personal development plan (aligned to career path)
Attends agreed courses, professional development to achieve optimal job performance and career goals
Ensures that stakeholders’ expectations are understood and managed through effective communication (written and/or oral)
Communicates the value available within this department to support other departments and divisions
Builds and maintains relationships with stakeholders
Recognizes the impact of engaging with stakeholders at the right level
Defines the formal and informal stakeholder liaison channels
Communicates appropriate information and status updates/reports to relevant stakeholders
Avoids legal challenges by complying with legal requirements
Secures financial information by completing database backups
Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks and participating in professional organizations
Creation and maintenance of cost centre structures
Annual financial year roll-over after AG audit and balancing GP to close-off sub-ledgers
Aids in managing the HR elements of the staff within the department (incl. leave management, time and attendance, performance, grievance and disciplinary management, etc.)
Manages the budget and expenditure within the department
Ensures internal controls, processes, procedures and quality standards are adhered to by the staff
Ensures the continuous improvement of the functioning of the department (incl. but not limited to policy, process, procedure and quality improvements
Contributes to team effectiveness and team cohesion
Clearly outlines expected deliverables and measures
Holds team members accountable for individual performance (against agreed and expected deliverables)
Prepares for, and participates in, regular performance reviews (quarterly or as determined by the organisation)
Creates an enabling and supportive environment for the individual team members
Strives to improve cooperation and interaction between individuals in order to improve overall performance of the team
Ensure reportees have individual goals and targets set in alignment with department objectives
Ensure reportees are meeting expected targets
Discusses deliverables, measures and targets with superior
Actively participates and manages own performance levels by participating in regular one-on-one meetings with manager to discuss progress of individual areas of accountability
Actively seeks coaching or advice when necessary
Strives to improve own knowledge as it relates to the role
Discusses and implements personal development plan (aligned to career path)
Attends agreed courses, professional development to achieve optimal job performance and career goals
Ensures that stakeholders’ expectations are understood and managed through effective communication (written and/or oral)
Communicates the value available within this department to support other departments and divisions
Builds and maintains relationships with stakeholders
Recognizes the impact of engaging with stakeholders at the right level
Defines the formal and informal stakeholder liaison channels
Communicates appropriate information and status updates/reports to relevant stakeholders
Skills and Knowledge
General understanding of JCPZ mandate, strategy and stakeholder analysis
Knowledge and application of MFMA
Knowledge and application of procurement procedures
Knowledge and application of accounting principles and finance best practices
Awareness of external environment and political protocols
Leadership
Financial Acumen, Communication Skills & Planning & Organisation Skills
Computer Literacy, Problem solving Skills, Data Analysis & Financial Reporting
Decisiveness & Accuracy
Interpersonal Skills, Integrity & Honesty, Results Orientated, Resilience & Time Management
Assertive, Service Orientation, Flexible, Self -Motivated, Alignment with JCPZ values
Workplace: Braamfontein/regions Contact Person: Abongwe Mini Tel: 011 712 6601
Email CVs only: senioracc@jhbcityparks.com
Closing date: 21 March 2021
Note: Johannesburg Parks and Zoo is an equal opportunity employer.
If you do not receive a response from us within 21 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.