Appointment requirements
An appropriate three-year career-related tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Finance, Financial Management, Accounting, Auditing and Analytics or any other financial study field related to the position
At least eight years' relevant working experience in a finance, revenue and analytic environment
Managerial experience will be an added advantage
Compliance with the unit standards of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003 (Act 56 of 2003), as prescribed by Regulation 493 of 15 June 2007, as published in Government Gazette 29967 of 15 June 2007, will be an added advantage
A valid Code B driving licence
Computer literacy with SAP proficiency and advanced Excel skills
Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own
Primary functions
Oversee processes to ensure effective and timely resolution of errors identified across the revenue services function, including leading corrective actions to address immediate issues and prevent reoccurrences
Oversee the workflow to ensure that performance standards and collection targets are met
Liaise with other departments, sections and enquirers on all relevant matters relating to effective revenue operations
Prepare reports and presentations on improvement tools to senior managers
Investigate improvement opportunities and make the necessary recommendations
Provide input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility
Perform reasonable, delegated tasks assigned from top management
Compile write-off reports for Council approval
Manage efficient tracing and matching of arrear accounts to current accounts
Compile clear business requirements as well as establish and manage well-organised testing and training programmes with alignment of people, processes and systems
Keep statistics of production delivered within the section
Write monthly management reports to the Chief Financial Officer on the financial performance of the section
Compile regular updates and reports on business issues, trends and improvements, and system or process issues for senior managers