Job Purpose:
Under the general supervision of the Senior Accountant, the incumbent is responsible for proper record keeping and maintenance of financial records and other transactions of the Directorate.
Duties:
S/He should have knowledge for the below mentioned areas. The specific duties and responsibilities for this position are:
Preparation of payments vouchers and journals through the financial management information system, writing payment transfer letters and ensuring their delivery to the banks.
Proper filling of payment vouchers and other related documents.
Writing, registering and issuing cheques to suppliers and employees.
Assisting in the reconciliation process of Accounts through the use of the financial management information system.
Assist in preparation of payroll.
Calculating the earnings of employees and the related withholding of taxes and other deductions.
Depositing the correct amount of Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax with the Lesotho Revenue Authority and then filing employment tax returns, as required by LRA.
Compiling, editing and printing of employee’s pay slips for the month.
Capturing of payroll deductions and ensuring payment to service providers.
Receiving of proofs of payments from contractors, clients and employees; and writing and issuing of receipts, against such payments.
Maintenance of petty cash
Qualifications & Experience:
Degree in Accounting/Finance, Registered Accountant or equivalent
Working knowledge of financial policies and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other relevant laws and regulations
At least (3) years’ experience in a comparable role from a private sector of parastatal organisation
Skills:
Good verbal and written communication
Ability to exercise judgement and initiative in interpreting financial policies and guidelines
Competency in the use of Microsoft word and excel
Competency in the use of accounting software packages
Ability to work as a team
Closing date: 15 November 2019
Physical Address:
Roads Directorate – Head Office Corner Senate and Lepoqo Rd, Industrial Area,
Maseru Opposite Browns Cash & Carry Supermarket
Mail:
Human Resources Manager
Roads Directorate
P.O. Box 194
Maseru 100, Lesotho