LIMPOPO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (LEDA) VACANCIES

​JUNIOR ACCOUNTANTS X 3 (P9)
(FINANCE DIVISION: LEBOWAKGOMO, HEAD OFFICE)
 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
 
MAINTAIN ACCURATE FINANCIAL RECORDS
• Verification of raised invoices, Reconcile bank statements to cashiers’ deposits • Reconciliation of properties creditors • Follow up of variances from reconciliations • Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes • Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers • Reconcile stop orders and debit orders and capture accurately to monthly general ledger • Match bank payments on Invoices to bank • Allocate receipts to invoices and credit notes so that customer balances show the correct debt due • Debit, credit, and total accounts on spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software • Comply with legislation and company policies, procedures, and regulations • Compile statistical, financial, accounting or auditing reports and tables pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and profits and losses • Code documents according to company procedures • Maintains historical records by filing documents • Prepares financial reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing account information and trends • Provide information to the properties accountant who creates LEDA’s financial statements • Assemble information for external auditors for LEDA’s annual audit.
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Grade 12 and relevant Diploma preferably in accounting or equivalent, 1-3 years’ experience in the industry. 
Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of Bookkeeping processes, knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems. Knowledge of business and management principles. Microsoft package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM, Accpac (or accounting systems) and HR Core) and Outlook).Strong communication skills (verbal and written) must be able to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities, excellent organisation and administrative skill, methodical and pays attention to details, ability to prioritise work according to urgency and importance, people management skills and telephone etiquette.
 
 
 
 
 
 
COLLECTION OFFICERS X 5 (P9)
(LEGAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT: LEBOWAKGOMO, HEAD OFFICE)
 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Monitoring assigned accounts to identify outstanding debts • Planning and implementation of a course of action to recover outstanding payments • Contacting Debtors to make enquiries on payment plans • Identifying deviations from predetermined payment plans • Correspond with accounts receivable accountant on outstanding debts • Identify and follow up unpaid accounts to establish reasons and negotiate terms • Update and inform irrecoverable amounts to manager • Resolve all queries to guarantee payment by the client.
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Certificate related qualification in the relevant field. 1-year related experience within a supporting environment.
Knowledge and skills: Experience in debtors journal and cashbook. Knowledge of basic financial management processes. Strong analytical numerical and reconciliation skills. Accuracy and attention to details. Excellent persuasion skills. Good communication and customer service skills. Good organizational and time management skills. Excellent negotiation skills.
 
 
 
 
 
 
LEGAL ADVISOR X 1 (P6)
LEGAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT: LEBOWAKGOMO, HEAD OFFICE)
 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Legal Advisor will be reporting to Head: Legal Services and is expected to provide legal advice and support in discrete legal issues by advising the organisation on drafting contracts, agreements, MOU’s, debt collection, civil litigation, registering loan securities, evaluating legal documents and labour related matters • Conduct legal analysis and research on various legal matters of the organisation and assist in drafting legal opinions, memoranda and other briefing documents • Provide legal assistance while dealing with some particular legal tasks, litigations, contracts, dispute resolution and guide the organisation on taking an appropriate decision • Provide advice on whether all the proceedings of the organisation are in compliance with the requirements of the legislation and organisation’s policies and procedures • Provide advice to the organisation so that there is minimum legal exposure and liability • Keep abreast of any changes in relevant legislation, make recommendations and advise management on new developments and related changes that may affect the organisation.
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A legal tertiary qualification, e.g. B Proc or LLB, 5 years’ experience as a legal practitioner, either in corporate or legal practice environment.
Knowledge and skills: A demonstrable and proven track records in drafting legal documents, contracts and agreements, ability to draft legal opinions, agreements, memoranda and briefing documents, excellent analytical, research and writing skills, the ability to make good judgements, and be able to work well within a team, good communication skills, be able to manage a large workload with a tight deadline and remain up-to-date with laws, Sound understanding of all relevant compliance Acts and legislation affecting area of work, ability to analyse legal cases, make judgements on issues and apply case law appropriately and effectively, strong working knowledge of PFMA, Company and Tax Law and Regulations and contract law and all other relevant legislation, strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to take good decisions based on judgement are absolutely essential, excellent analytical, researching and drafting skills.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COLLECTION SPECIALIST x 1 (P6)
(LEGAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT: LEBOWAKGOMO, HEAD OFFICE)
 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
PERFORM RECOVERY AND MANAGE THE PROPERTY PORTFOLIO
• Arrange for debt repayment or establish repayment schedules, based on customers’ financial situations • Facilitate reconciliation of customer accounts in terms of queries
received from customers and attorneys with regard to the arrear status of these accounts • Prepare hand over instructions • Liaise with the attorneys monthly • Provide information to attorneys as requested • Provide Settlement figures • Provide feedback to the Head: Legal services on operational issues within Legal Recoveries • Facilitate tracing of delinquent customers • Receive reports on identified payments received every month end, and ensures payments are on correct customer account • Consolidated payment reports.
MANAGE THE LEGAL RECOVERY PROCESS AND COMPLY WITH REGULATION
• Coordinate all legal recovery activities are co-ordinated and align with company policies and procedure • Conduct assessments of legal recoveries and take credit risk decisions in accordance with LEDA policies • Contact LEDA Legal for guidelines prior to handing over to attorneys for litigation • Liaise with attorneys on status of legal recovery process with regard to accounts handed over.
RESOURCE OPTIMISATION
• Adhere to the Operating and Capital budgets of Credit Risk • Meet the specific responsibilities, accountabilities and performance measures as contracted • Support the design and development of business improvement initiatives • Adhere to a culture of customer focus and high performance within Legal Recovery • Coach and mentor staff.
MAINTAIN RELATIONSHIPS
• Build and manage strategic relationships with customers • Promote and maintain a sound working relationship among collection officers • Assist collection officers to resolve disputes • Consult with Attorneys on more complex matters.
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A recognised commerce or tertiary qualification (degree) in Commercial law/LLB or related qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in debt collection. Legal experience in SMME / Corporate sector finance will be an advantage.
Knowledge and skills: Computer literacy. Understanding of Loan finance will be an advantage. Loan administration knowledge. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing  files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

​Applicants must attach a covering letter, CV with at least 3 employment contacts for reference checks, certified ID copy and certified Qualifications. Email applications to recruitment@lieda.co.za or post to: The Manager Human Resources, P.O. Box 760, LEBOWAKGOMO, 0737 or hand deliver at Lebowakgomo Head Office. Physical Address: Enterprise
 
Development House, Main Road, Lebowakgomo.
 
The closing date for the applications is: 19 September 2025 (Friday at 16H00)
 
Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants, in line with the Agency’s Employment Equity Plan and Targets. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
 
Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All general enquiries should be directed to the Manager Human Resources at 015 633 4700 during office hours (between 08H00 – 16H00).