Local time: Monday, 12 August 2013 19:45:11hrs
I am looking for: 

Principal Accountant I
Reference No. Vacancy Circular No.06 of 2012
Closing Date: 30/03/2012
Closing Time: 16:30
Posted Date: 07/03/2012
Contract type: Full time
SalaryScale D2 – (P204 048 – P225 288) per annum
Responsable office:
General description:

Applications are invited from suitable qualified Botswana Citizen for the above post tenable in Chobe District.

Job description:

DUTIES:

  • To coordinate, manage and monitor utilization of financial resources to ensure prudent financial management
  • Ensure that financial accounting is done in accordance with financial regulations
  • Provides professional advice on the financial implications inherent in any propose action under consideration
  • Investigate the cause of audit queries, prepare responses and remedial initiatives
  • Develops strategies that are geared towards broadening council revenue base
  • Prepare final accounts which reflect the strength of council’s financial position in accordance with accounting standards and practices
  • Coordinate the activities of the division and ensure council policies are adhered to
  • Supervises, monitor and guide subordinates in accordance with set standards on their daily performance
  • Undertake any other related duties as directed or assigned by management

KEY COMPITENCIES

  • Building & Managing Relationships  
  • Quality Service delivery
  • Analytical thinking & Visioning    
  • Managing Performance
  • Deciding & initiating action   
  • Sound Communication
  • Creativity & Innovation    
  • Planning & Execution
Job requirements:

QUALIFICATION: 

  • Degree in Accounting or Finance professional qualification ie CIMA or ACCA will be an added advantage

EXPERIENCE:  

  • At least six (10) years relevant work experience, two of which must have been served at D3 scale or equivalent
How to apply:

Applications should quote the number of the circular giving the following details:

  • Full name, address and date of birth
  • Certified true copies of Certificates and ID (Omang).
  • Present post and date of appointment thereof is applicable.
  • Brief summary of career (CV) including  traceable referees
  • 2 recent work related reference letters

Important:
Serving officers should route their applications through their Chief Executives or Permanent Secretaries. Applications not so routed will not be considered.
Application to be addressed to:

Council Secretary
Chobe District Council
Private Bag K30
KASANE

NOTE: We are unable to respond to all applications. Regret letters will be sent to only applicants who would not be successful in the interview.

Interviews for the post will be done when recruitment recommence.

For more information contact Gadibotsile, Nonofo or Ontiretse @ Tel 6250275.

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