POST NO. | 1151 |
DEPARTMENT | BURSAR |
LOCATION | NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO |
The National University of Lesotho invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Accountant- Bank Reconciliations.
1.0 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Diploma in Business Studies plus Technician Accountant or Degree in Bcom accounting with two years’ experience in bank reconciliations or treasury management.
Knowledge of Integrated Tertiary Software and other similar Accounting packages will be an added advantage
2.0 JOB SUMMARY
The Accountant – Bank Reconciliations, reporting to the Senior Finance Officer -Treasury. He/she will be responsible for reconciliation of cashbooks to the General Ledger and the Bank Statements.
3.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performing daily and/or monthly reconciliations of bank accounts. Identifying unknown items, researching outstanding transactions, making necessary corrections/adjustments and following up on any unusual or unresolved outstanding reconciliation items.
Ensuring that all aged, outstanding items are investigated and cleared.
Resolving all banking queries from University’s Banker that includes transactions happening at Regional Centres and other agencies of the University.
Providing queries assistance on bank account reconciliations items to other staff members of the Bursary and University.
Identifying areas of processes that need improvement to increase efficiency of the University treasury matters.
Advice on the reviews when required to ensure that internal controls procedures are adequate, to enhance good accounting processes and controls of the treasury management.
Providing accurate, timely, daily, weekly and monthly reconciliations reports.
Preparing the audit of the reconciliations functions as requested by internal and external auditors of the University including special investigations.
Performing any other related duties as may be requested by the supervisors from time to time.
4.0 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES/ABILITIES
Self-starting personality with the ability to work independently and make decisions. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Experience in researching bank entries including internet banking and wire transfer payments to ensure they are recorded correctly.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment that is rapidly changing.
Able to meet tight deadlines on multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently and overtime under tight time constraints as required at peak reporting periods.
Experience working in high volume reconciliations
Extensive and in-depth knowledge of personal computers, IT applications, on-line computerised and integrated financial and information system.
Excellent excel & PC modelling skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
An understanding of accounting concepts and principles
5.0 RENUMERATION
The University offers salaries and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
6.0 TYPE OF CONTRACT
Permanent and pensionable/gratuitable for Locals and Contract for Non-Locals.
7.0 INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM CANDIDATES
(a) Application letters should state relevant qualifications and experience and provide other information that will assist the University to determine the candidate’s suitability for the position.
(b) Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for;
(c) Provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mail).
(d) Provide names and contact details of three (3) professional references from Lead Consultants, Project Managers and Employers (current or previous).
(e) Comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts.
(f) All applications must bear Post numbers.
Applications should be hand delivered OR post to:
The Director – Human Resources
National University of Lesotho
P.O. Roma 180 Lesotho
Southern Africa
The closing date for receiving full applications for the position is 13th September, 2019.
DISCLAIMER: Applicants who do not receive any response within three months after the closing date must consider their application unsuccessful.