1. Job Purpose

Matsapha Town Council invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the vacant position of Expenditure Accountant within the Town Treasury Department.

This is a management level role and is responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate financial procedures and legislation, preparing accounting reports, administering cost and budget controls, and supervising creditors’ functions.

2. Key Performance and Responsibilities

Maintain and enforce financial controls, accounting procedures, and compliance with Council policies and regulations.
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations, management reports, and payment schedules.
Monitor budgets and expenditure, verify budget availability, analyse spending trends, and manage budget and variances.
Coordinate the annual budget preparation process and support departmental budget planning and consolidation.
Provide financial analysis and advisory support to management on expenditure trends and budget performance.
Oversee accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate verification, reconciliation, and timely payment of suppliers.
Administer payroll reconciliations, taxation obligations, and statutory financial submissions.
Manage fixed assets accounting, including asset register maintenance, depreciation reviews, and insurance administration.
Manage petty cash transactions and ensure adherence to internal control procedures.
Liaise with internal and external auditors, coordinating audit requirements and supporting successful audit outcomes.
Assist the Town Treasurer with financial reporting, supplier management, and the resolution of accounting and reconciliation issues.

3. Minimum Requirements

A. Formal Education and Professional Certification

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or Commerce (Accounting).
Full professional accounting qualification/designation (CA(SD), CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
Active membership in good standing with a recognized professional body (Eswatini Institute of Accountants – EIA or any relevant body).

B. Experience and Knowledge

At least three (3) years of relevant experience in an accounting environment.
Sound knowledge of municipal financial policies and procedures, financial legislation and regulations, and tax law.
Strong working knowledge of financial reporting, accounting principles, creditors management, general ledger, and financial auditing.

C. Skills and Attributes

Solid analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail, with financial acumen.
High standards of integrity and confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and professional customer care skills.
Good verbal and report writing skills.

4. Remuneration and Contract Terms

Salary: The position is offered with a competitive salary.
Contract Duration: 5 years fixed-term contract.

5. Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the above minimum specifications should submit:

Detailed CV.
Certified copies of academic and professional certificates.
At least three traceable references.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Town Clerk
Matsapha Town Council
2 Airport Road, Matsapha
P.O. Box 1790
Matsapha, Eswatini

Alternatively, applications can be sent via email to:

recruitment@matsapha.co.sz

Closing Date: 19 November 2026

Important Notice

Should you not hear from the Council within two (2) weeks after the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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