Chief Accountant: Customer Care Finance at City of Ekurhuleni
| Job Title: | Chief Accountant: Customer Care Finance |
|---|---|
| Date: | 22 October 2025 |
| Location: | City of Ekurhuleni |
| Salary: | R 529,560 to R 726,468 per annum (plus benefits) |
| Company: | City of Ekurhuleni |
| Type: | Permanent |
Introduction
The City of Ekurhuleni invites applications for the role of Chief Accountant: Customer Care Finance (reference FINA19557). This is a senior finance position offering a base salary between R 529,560 and R 726,468 per annum, plus benefits. If you have strong accounting skills and want to contribute to municipal financial integrity, this role could be your next career move.
Working in municipal finance means dealing with real stakeholders, public accountability, and structured processes. In this role you’ll have the chance to oversee billing, revenue management, and customer-focused accounting operations in one of South Africa’s major metros. It is ideal for someone who wants both leadership and technical impact.
About the Role
As Chief Accountant in the Customer Care Finance division, your main responsibility is to manage revenue operations across various pay points. You will ensure billing, credit control, and customer liaison functions all run smoothly. You will coordinate with departmental heads, other municipal divisions, and national or provincial government entities to maintain compliance with legislation and financial policy.
You will also compile and deliver financial reports that help decision-makers assess performance and plan future initiatives. You’ll set and monitor objectives, track collection rates, and ensure that revenue collection supports the municipality’s service delivery obligations.
Who Should Apply
This role is fit for experienced finance professionals who have operated in public sector or municipal accounting environments. You should be comfortable navigating legislation, working with cross‑departmental teams, and handling stakeholder demands. Leading a team is part of the job, so you should enjoy coaching, resolving performance issues, and building a highly capable unit.
If you are someone who values integrity, service delivery, and accountability, you will find this position rewarding. You will see how your financial leadership helps a city use its resources wisely and deliver essential services to its residents.
Skills & Requirements
- Degree in BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7)
- MFMA certification (considered an advantage)
- 5 to 8 years’ relevant experience in an accounting environment
- Strong experience in municipal finance, billing, revenue management, and credit control
- Ability to interpret, prepare, and present clear financial reports
- Proven leadership and human resource management skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder liaison ability
- High standards of integrity, attention to detail, and accountability
You must be able to work within regulated frameworks, meet deadlines, and manage complexity. In municipal settings, understanding of financial legislation and governance is essential.
Benefits
The City of Ekurhuleni offers a stable public sector career, structured benefits, and a chance to grow in municipal finance. Beyond salary, you may qualify for pension, medical benefits, and career development.
You will gain experience in large-scale revenue systems and public accountability. This role offers you professional recognition in municipal finance and a platform from which you can build a long-term public sector career.
How to Apply
To apply, prepare your CV, certified copies of your qualifications (to prove NQF Level 7 or equivalent), and documentation of relevant experience. Submit your application by the closing date: 22 October 2025.
Use the City of Ekurhuleni’s official careers portal or submit via email as per the original advertisement. Make sure all uploads are clear, accurate, and complete. For enquiries, contact 0860 54 3000.
Closing Thoughts
This is an opportunity to lead the Customer Care Finance function in a major metropolitan municipality. If you have the skills, integrity, and drive to shape municipal revenue systems, this role is made for you.
Don’t wait until the last minute—submit your application ahead of 22 October 2025. Ensure your documents are properly prepared. Step into a meaningful public sector accounting career with the City of Ekurhuleni.
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