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 tracy@actionappointments.co.za