Debtors Accountant

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified, experienced, self-motivated and task oriented individuals to fill the positions that have arisen within Hwange Local Board.
1. DEBTORS ACCOUNTANT -GRADE D1

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities
 Debt collection for the Council
 Responsible for recovering all monies owed to Council in as little time as possible
 Preparation of Council Budget
 Preparation of Final Accounts
 Preparation of Management Reports
 Establishing and Revising Policies and procedures appropriate to strengthening of financial systems.
 Maintain good relations with ratepayers as well as internal clients
 Any other duties which may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications and Experience
 A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or relevant professional qualification such as CIS, CIA, ACCA, CIMA, or SAAA.
 At least two (2) years’ experience in middle management accounting position.
 Local Government experience is an added advantage.
 Knowledge of Promun Municipal ERP system.
 Must be familiar with the Public Finance and Management System.
 Experience in working with targets and tight deadlines.
 Knowledge of relevant legal requirements and statutes.
 Working knowledge of MS Office and databases

Key Result Areas/Duties

 Plan course of action to recover outstanding payments.
 Follow up overdue accounts and maintain accurate records of progress.
 Locate and contact debtors to inquire of their payment status.
 Negotiate payoff deadlines or payment plans.
 Create trust relationships with debtors when possible to avoid future issues.
 Update account status and database regularly.
 Comply with requirements when legal action is unavoidable.
 Close liaison with billing section so that debtors’ issues are resolved smoothly.
 Handle disputed bills and provide accurate advice on billing queries.
 Assist in the setting up and review of the credit control system.
 Be the official representing Council in debtors’ litigation cases.

How to Apply

Salary and benefits
Details regarding salary and other benefits applicable to this post will be disclosed to candidates invited for interviews. Hwange Local Board is an equal opportunity employer, Females and the Disabled are
encouraged to apply. Interested persons who meet the above requirements should email their applications to recruitment@hwangetown.co.zw or submit in writing, to the undersigned to reach him on or
before Friday 28 January 2022.
The Town Secretary
Hwange Local Board
No 1 Baobab Drive
P.O Box 140
Hwange

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