ACCOUNTANT

EXTERNAL ADVERT: ACCOUNTANT

Suitably qualified internal candidates are invited to apply for the position of an Accountant. This is a middle-level management position and the incumbent shall report to the Town Treasurer.

THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

i. Conduct financial planning:

• Assist in the preparation of budget and the managing of budget variance
• Prepare annual cash flow forecast and update same on a monthly basis

ii. Rates monitoring:

• Conduct the collection of rates process
• Issue rates clearance (s) certificates and payment of dues
• Prepare Certified statements for Rates defaulters

iii. Financial statement and reporting:

• Draft Council Financial Statements
• Ensure tax returns are submitted timeously
• Prepare management accounts monthly and submit to the Town Treasurer
• Post journals after approval by Town Treasurer

iv. Conduct reconciliation (s):

• Prepare all council reconciliations including creditors, debtors, revenue and bank reconciliations
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

The competencies listed below are representative of the requirements.

• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting or Equivalent
• Computer literacy
• Pastel accounting, Sage Evolution and any other
• Minimum 3 years’ working experience in the field of finance
• Driver’s License
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations
• Hands on experience with accounting and financial systems software including SAGE
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• People’s skills
• Detail-oriented

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications, accompanied by curriculum vitae and certified copies of certificates should be sent to:

E-mail to: recruitment@ntc.co.sz

Directed to: The HR Officer, Nhlangano Town Council, P.O. Box 888, Nhlangano

Closing date: 6th April 2026

Appointment will be limited to shortlisted applicants only that shall be subject to verifications, assessments and extensive background checks. Consider your application unsuccessful if not contacted 2 weeks after the closing date.