Consultancy services in financial management — SADC-GMI Program

FINANCE OFFICER

The Finance Officer will be the focal person for SADC-GMI on all finance duties with and in support of the other SADC-GMI team members. S/he will report directly to the Executive Director of SADC-GMI.

The Finance Officer will be responsible for leading the financial planning and management function of the SADC-GMI through:

• Budget preparation, tracking and reporting for all financiers

• Contact & relationships management with, banks, service providers, debtors, creditors, etc

• Ensure compliance with Tax and VAT requirements in South Africa

• Monthly preparation and reporting on various reconciliations viz creditors, debtors, bank accounts, debit/credit cards, cash, etc

• Ensure compliance with donor-funded project policies and procedures

• Performing accounting, banking, budgeting and financial management tasks within a non-profit environment

• Support compliance with RSA labour and tax provisions

• Sourcing and effective utilisation of Payroll software system

• Support in preparation of Annual Financial Statements, project audits, risk management and internal control.

• Support in preparation, reporting and functionality of the Audit and Risk Management function

• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Executive Director of SADC-GMI

The ideal Finance Officer must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of a degree qualification from a recognized institution in accounting, finance, economics, or other field relevant to the job.

• A postgraduate diploma in accounting and finance will be an added advantage.

• A minimum of 6yrs post-graduation working experience in the financial administration and management field

• Membership with a recognized professional body will be an added advantage.

• Demonstrated experience working on similar tasks and systems foreseen under this post is a requirement.

• Demonstrated proficiency in general computer software applications is mandatory, particularly Internet and MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

• Previous working experience as a member of a multi-national and multi-disciplinary team.

This is a two-year fixed term contract.

View the full job descriptions and application instructions on the Vacancies page at www.actionappointments.co.za and email your application by Sunday 24th November 2024 to [email protected]