CHIPINGE RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL VACANCY Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following vacancy which has arisen in Chipinge Rural District Council. POST : ACCOUNTANT (GRADE 9) Reporting to the Treasurer Duties & Responsibilities o To prepare council's annual financial statements and have these ready for audit within the time frame set out in relevant legislation. o To respond to audit reports (internal/external) within fifteen (15) days from date of receipt. o To implement audit recommendations pertaining to Treasury Department. o To prepare monthly financial statements and management reports. o To prepare the departmental budgets. o To prepare monthly cash flow projections and the actual funds flow statements. To maintain loans and investment registers so that they are in place and kept up to date monthly. o To supervise departmental staff deployment, performance and development. o To perform any other duties as assigned by Treasurer and management from time to time. o To prepare monthly, quarterly and yearly statutory returns and submit on time. Qualifications and Experience o Five (5) 0 levels including English and Maths. o Degree in Accountancy or equivalent.. o Knowledge of Pastel Accounting is an added advantage. o Three (3) years' experience in Accounting Environment. o Knowledge of Ms Excel. Salary and Benefits o An appropriate salary and benefit package commensurate with qualification and experience will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates.