Senior State Accountant (Finance) needed at National Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS 

• A Grade 12 certificate and National Diploma (NQF 6) in Financial Management or Accounting as recognised by SAQA.
• A Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Financial Management or Accounting will be an advantage.
• At least two years’ experience in claims finance environment.
• Knowledge and application of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and ODMWA, IFRS/GRAP standards and Pastel Evolution accounting system. Good communication (verbal and written), analytical, interpersonal, numeracy and computer skills (MS Office packages)

DUTIES 

• Checking, provisional approval and capturing of payments. Verify accuracy of payments information against claimant files. Capture verified payments onto bank payments system for approval by director. Approval of payment transactions on pastel evolution system.
• Verify the accuracy of payments transactions captured on pastel evolution system against the source documents. Calculation of accrued interests. Monthly calculate interests on rejected claims payments. Preparation of monthly reconciliations. Reconcile creditors sub-ledgers to general ledger. Preparations of monthly reports.
• Prepare the expenditure section management report for management meetings. Liaise with banks and other stakeholders. Attend to all payments queries from claimants.