PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT I – D2 – North West District Council

North West District Council is committed to Improving the Quality of Life for All through Effective and Efficient Delivery of Basic Infrastructure and Social Services in Partnership with Stakeholders. NWDC is a Corporate Body mandated to Secure and Promote the Safety, Well-being, Security of the Community and Enhance Good Governance Practices in the District. The main purpose of the job is to coordinate, manage and direct the Treasury Division. Key Responsibilities Manage, direct and coordinate the Treasury Division to ensure prudent financial management and adherence to statutes. Provides professional advice and guidance on financial accounting and budgeting to key stakeholders. Provides vigilant supervision to spending departments to promote efficient and economic financial order. Develops and supervises implementation of internal controls to ensure sound management of financial resources in accordance with financial regulations and policies. Undertakes regular review of Council exposure to financial risks and strengthens internal controls. Prepares final books of accounts and presents them through administrative structures. Undertakes any other related duties directed by the management. Requirements Qualification: Degree in Accounting or related field. Requirements: Prospective candidates must be registered with Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA), in accordance with the Accountants Act no 12 of 2010, and should be a member in good standing (Attach Proof). Experience: At least ten (10) years relevant work experience of which two (2) years must have been served as Principal Accountant II - D3 or equivalent. Adhering to Principles and Values. Deciding and Initiating Action. Leading and Supervising. Applying Expertise and Technology. Following Instructions and Procedures. Analyzing. Planning and Organizing. Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations. Certified Copies of Academic Certificates. Certified Copy of valid Identity Card (Omang). 2 references (not more than 12 months old). Detailed summary of career with duties (curriculum vitae). For serving officers: provide date for first appointment and attach letter of appointment to the current post. For private employees: Letter of appointment and current salary should be attached. Salary D2 (P337 008 - P371 628) per annum How to Apply Applications are invited from suitably qualified Botswana Citizens only. Required Information: Applicants should quote the vacancy number and provide full names, address, and date of birth. Special Instructions for Government Employees: Applications should be routed through Chief Executives; applications not so routed will not be considered. Submission Methods: Emailed, scanned, and faxed documents will not be considered. Address for Applications: Council Secretary, North West District Council, Private Bag 01, Maun. Or hand delivered at RAC Green Block- RMU Office No.11 during working hours. Closing Date: 2nd March 2026 Closing Time: 16:30hr