ACCOUNTANT – Chegutu Rural District Council 370 views

VACANCY 

We are inviting applications from suitably qualified, committed and competent persons to fill the following positions that have arisen within Chegutu Rural District Council.

ACCOUNTANT (GRADE 9)

REPORTING TO: THE FINANCE MANAGER

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Assist in revenue collection and expenditure control
• Assist in formulation and consolidation of budget
• Ensuring accuracy of financial documents
• Preparing and maintaining financial reports
• Preparing tax returns
• Assist in systems designing
• Assist in in-house staff training
• Supervision of the departmental staff
• Should be 30 years and above
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications and Attribute

• A Degree or equivalent in Accounting from a reputable Institution of Higher Learning
• Minimum of clean 2 years relevant experience in a similar role preferably in Local Authorities
• Higher Computer Literacy skills, knowledge of pastel system is an added advantage
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Excel, Word and Powerpoint) is a must
• Pleasant personality with good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, take initiative and well organized
• Able to work fast under pressure
• Mature, with attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and work independently as well in a team
• Possession of a driver’s license would be an added advantage