Job Description
Job Description
MUNICIPALITY OF REDCLIFF
VACANCY NOTICE
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the below mentioned senior position:
CHIEF ACCOUNTANT (GRADE 14)
This is a senior management level position and the incumbent will be reporting to the Director of Finance. The Organisation is looking for a senior financial professional responsible for overseeing the organisation’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance and providing strategic financial guidance.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Supervising staff and ensuring that all financial records are accurate and compliant with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and regulations.
• Managing day to day accounting operations inter alia accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and tax reporting.
• Preparing financial statements in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintaining and enforcing internal controls to safeguard Council assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Coordinating and leading audits, liaising with external auditors and addressing audit findings.
• Preparation and monitoring of annual budget and budget performance.
• Responsible for forecasting, financial planning, analysing performance and providing recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements.
• Supervising, training and mentoring accounting staff, monitoring team performance and ensuring professional development.
• Managing tax compliance, including filing returns and liaison with ZIMRA.
• Providing strategic financial insights to support management decision making and long term planning.
• Provide and implement debt collection strategies to enhance revenue collection.
• To perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance.
Qualifications and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
• An Accounting Degree or Finance Degree from a recognised University.
• A Post Graduate Degree will also be an added advantage.
• At least three (3) years of post-qualification experience at Middle Management Level.
• A clean record of service and no criminal record.
• A citizen of Zimbabwe.
• Possession of a minimum clean Class 4 driver’s license.
• Registered Public Accountant with Public Auditors and Accountants Board (PAAB).
How to Apply
In return, Council offers a competitive salary and benefits.
Applications together with a detailed CV, certified copies of professional certificates, police clearance and contact numbers should be sent in confidence, marked “Chief Accountant” to the undersigned not later than 03 September 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
MUNICIPAL OFFICES
CIVIC CENTRE
P.O. BOX 100
REDCLIFF
Mr. G.M. CHAKAUYA
TOWN CLERK