NOTICE NUMBER 157/2024

Closing Date: 19 December 2024
Salary: R 880 288 – R1 075 833 per year

SENIOR MANAGER FINANCE AND COMPLIANCE SERVICES

DEPARTMENT: DEPARTMENT FINANCIAL AND COMPLIANCE SERVICES

FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Salary Scale:  R 880 288 – R1 075 833 per year (Upper limits of a Category 1 Municipality: Government Gazette 50737 of 30 MAY 2024)

The successful candidate will effectively manage the financial services of the municipality (budgeting, income, expenditure, activity-based costing, supply chain management and asset management) through the establishment, implementation and maintenance of a financial management strategy which achieves the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) objectives for the Municipality.

Minimum Requirements: • At least a Bachelor degree in the fields of Accounting, Finance or Economics OR a relevant qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at a NQF level 7 •  Minimum of 5 (five) years relevant experience at middle management level (at least reported to a senior manager) and of which 3 Years must be within the Local Government• Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the Required Minimum Competency Level in Unit Standards for Chief Financial Officers or the ability to acquire it within 18 months from employment date • Sound knowledge of and exposure to local government operations and municipal financial management • Solid knowledge and understanding of the relevant policies and legislation and a good understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management • In-depth knowledge of local government legislation and the statutory requirements pertaining to the post • A high degree of aptitude for strategic/operational planning and management, decision-making, leadership, innovation and motivation • Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 • Excellent management and computer skills • Excellent facilitation and communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape • South African citizenship • A valid Code B driver’s license.

Competencies: The following competencies, as described in Government Notice No 21, Government Gazette No 37245 of 2014, are essential: Leadership: Strategic direction and Leadership • People Management • Programme and Project Management • Financial Management • Change Leadership • Governance Leadership • Core Managerial and Occupational Competencies: Moral Competence • Planning and Organising • Analysis and Innovation • Knowledge and Information Management • Communication • Results and quality focus.

Key Performance Areas: • Develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies and procedures in alignment to the municipality’s strategic objectives • Effectively manage financial services (budgeting, income, expenditure, activity-based costing, supply chain management) through the establishment, implementation and maintenance of a financial management strategy • Effectively and efficiently manage the Directorate • Liaise and interact with individuals, role-players and agencies at senior level in all three spheres of government • Assist and support the Accounting Officer with the roles and responsibilities delegated to the Chief Financial Officer • As CFO, ensure municipal financial viability through management and monitoring of all income and expenditure of the Municipality, safeguarding all assets, discharging the Municipality’s liabilities as well as proper and diligent compliance with the Municipal Financial Management Act and other prescripts.

CLOSING DATE: 19 DECEMBER 2024

KENNISGEWING 153/2024 - OUDITKOMITEE

Closing Date: 15 November 2024
Salary: Not Specified

Die Munisipaliteit van Laingsburg is op soek na een (]) onaflrnnklike lid van die publiek met gepaste kwalifikasies om op die Ouditkomitee te dien 

Laai asseblief die kennisgewing af vir meer inligting.

NOTICE NUMBER 129/2024 - Senior Clerk: Expenditure

Closing Date: 04 October 2024
Salary: Post Scale T8: R207 996 - R269 964 Per annum

DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL AND COMPLIANCE SERVICES

DIVISION: FINANCIAL SERVICES

SECTION: EXPENDITURE

PERMANENT

Additional Benefits: Medical aid (optional), Pension, 13th cheque

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 with accounting as a subject.

• A tertiary qualification in Accounting or Financial Management and Municipal Minimum Competency Level Certificate (MMCLJ will be an added advantage.

• 2 - 5 years of experience in finance.
• Computer literacy (MS Office proficiency)

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of municipal financial systems and applicable legislation.
• Must be able to work under pressure and handle conflict
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (MFMA etc.).

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Administer petty cash payments.
• Process and reconcile creditor accounts, including requisitions, quotes, orders, invoices, and credit notes to ensure accurate and legally compliant payments.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of creditors and sundry transactions via the creditors system.
• Address creditor inquiries through telephone, email, and verbal communication.
• Accurate, complete, and timely recording of transactions.
• Analyse and consolidate expenditure data for financial statements.
• Assist in preparing statistical reports on short- to medium-term expenditure.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and municipal policies.
• Maintain proper records of all creditor transactions.
• Bi- weekly salary/wages payments
• All relevant reconciliations on weekly and monthly basis

NOTICE NUMBER 128/2024 - CREDIT CONTROL

Closing Date: 04 October 2024
Salary: Post Level T6: R152 796,00 – R198 348, 00 per annum

CLERK: CREDIT CONTROL

DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL AND COMPLIANCE SERVICES

DIVISION: FINANCIAL SERVICES

SECTION: REVENUE

PERMANENT

REQUIREMENTS

• Gr. 12 with accountancy
• Code B driving license (Compulsory)
• Computer Literacy – MS Office Applications.
• Relevant experience will be an advantage

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good customer service orientation.
• Knowledge of financial systems will be an added advantage.
• Must be able to work under pressure and handle conflict

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Monitor and manage accounts receivable, ensuring that overdue accounts are identified, and follow-up action is taken.
• Implement credit control measures in line with municipal policies and relevant legislation.
• Communicate with customers regarding outstanding accounts and negotiate payment arrangements.
• Prepare and send demand letters to defaulters.
• Process account adjustments, corrections, and write-offs in compliance with municipal regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of all collection efforts and payment plans.
• Assist with preparing reports for management on credit control and debt recovery activities.
• Administer processes and provide customer support related to indigent application

The Competencies level for this position is a Administrative level 1 as stipulated in Annexure A of the Municipal Staff Regulations Government Notice R890 as promulgated in Government Gazette 45181 dated 20 September 2021 and comprises of the following competencies.

Notice 123/2024 - Financial Intern

Closing Date: 04 October 2024
Salary: R100 000 p. a. (No additional benefits or allowances will be payable)

DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL AND COMPLIANCE SERVICES

SECTION: FINANCIAL INTERNS

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INTERN X1

REMUNERATION: R100 000 p. a. (No additional benefits or allowances will be payable)

Responsibilities: Assistance with adherence to GRAP principles and budget procedures; Assist in the development of statistical reporting modules; Assist in developing financial policies and procedures; Assist in the compilation of budgets, financial statements and management reports; Assist with reconciliations and financial analyses; Electronic capturing of financial data; Other financial functions, including Asset management and insurance. Assist with Revenue and Income Management. Assist with Expenditure and Supply Chain Management. Any Finance-related administration. Rotation within the different departments over the period of internship.

Requirements: B.Comm degree, National Diploma or equivalent, preferably majoring in Accounting; Good verbal and written communication skills in Afrikaans and English; Be Computer literate and have knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel applications.

Persons interested should please download the official Municipal application form on the website at www.laingsburg.gov.za. The comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must be attached to the application form, accompanied by original certified true copies of qualification certificates, identity document and driver's license and must be submitted to the Laingsburg Municipal Offices; for the attention of the Human Resources Manager, Van Riebeeckstraat 2 / Private Bag X4, Laingsburg, 6900.

The Municipality is an Equal opportunity employer and as such will observe the requirements of the employment equity act and its EE plan. Females and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 ENQUIRIES: Contact the Human Resource Office- Ms Noeline Gouws at (023) 5511 019