Chief Accounting Clerk

Advertiser: Department of Science and Technology

Location: Pretoria

Salary: R170 799 per annum
Centre: Pretoria

Requirements: A registered NQF level 6 in Financial Management or other related qualification with Accounting/Financial Management as a major subject plus at least 2 years experience in the financial environment in the public sector. Skills: Applicant must have the following attributes and skills: Accounting skills, computer literacy, interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work individually and as a team, and also under sustained pressure. Be prepared to work irregular hours. Applicant must have good knowledge of Public service rules, regulations and prescripts, Knowledge of PFMA, Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and Income tax act. Applicant must have a working knowledge of Basic Accounting System (BAS), Safety Web System and PERSAL.

Duties: Reconciliation of various travel accounts and ensuring that invoices are supported by valid and authentic documents and capturing of such on BAS. Resolve account enquiries and disputes with service providers. Follow up on outstanding invoices with service providers. Administrate departmental debt. Reconcile and clear suspense accounts. Capture allowances and deductions on Persal. Post Persal advice reports to beneficiaries. File monthly and supplementary salary reports.

Enquiries: Ms IT Rikhotso Tel (012) 843 6673

The main focus of the Department of Science and Technology is on implementing the national research and development strategy. The strategy is implemented through an integrated approach that includes human resource development, knowledge generation, investment in science and technology infrastructure, and the strategic management of the public science and technology system.

Applications:
To apply, go to www.dst.gov.za and click on “jobs”. Select the relevant position and update your CV. Any questions about the application may be directed to help@jointi.co.za or 0861 113 460. You can also apply by sending your Z83 form (click to download pdf form), CV and Application Letter by post to Private Bag X894; Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver it to CSIR Campus, DST Building, 53, Meiring Naude Road, Brummeria.

Note:
Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of all qualifications, identity document, pay slip, if employed and reference report. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have his/her foreign qualification evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). All qualifications will be verified. Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and vetting of qualifications. Due to the high volume of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. SMS members (Level 13 to 16) will be subjected to competency based assessment. On assumption of duty, the incumbent will have to enter into a performance agreement and sign declaration forms.

Reference number: No reference number provided

Closing date: 6 September 2013