State Accountant: Rates And Taxes
Department of Land Reform and Rural Development
- Location
- Bloemfontein, Free State
- Contract
- Fixed-term contract
- Salary (as advertised)
- R338 106 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
Overview This role is for a State Accountant specializing in Rates and Taxes within the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development. It is a 12-month contract position, with five posts available, located in Bloemfontein, Free State, within the Directorate: Financial And Supply Chain Management Services. The salary offered is R338 106 per annum (Level 07), plus 37% in lieu of benefits. The primary focus of the role is on financial management tasks related to rates and taxes, including payment processing, account reconciliation, expenditure monitoring, and reporting. What you will do * 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. Requirements (from the original advert) * **Minimum requirements:** Grade 12 Certificate and a Degree or National Diploma in Financial Accounting / Management Accounting / Financial Management or related equivalent qualification. * **Experience:** Minimum of 1 year experience in financial management environment. * **Licence:** 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). Who should apply The ideal candidate should possess a Grade 12 Certificate along with a relevant Degree or National Diploma in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management, or an equivalent qualification, coupled with at least one year of experience in a financial management environment. A valid driver's license is essential, as is knowledge of relevant public service financial regulations and strong financial management, communication, and computer literacy skills. The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development indicates Employment Equity targets for Coloured, Indian and White Males, Coloured, Indian and White Females, and Persons with Disabilities. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-land-reform-and-rural-development-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-40-of-2026#spani-ref-3-1-1-1-2026-353 Source: govpage
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At a glance
- At least 1 year of experience.
- 5 posts available.
- Microsoft Excel
- Driver's licence
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