Requirements

• Be in possession of a B.Com Degree in Accounting/ Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• Registration with a professional body will be an added advantage (SAIPA, ACCA, CIMA, SAICA).
• Have a minimum of 5 (five) years of experience in a financial management position.
• Experience in Financial Accounting, audits, and financial management of projects.
• Understanding the Public Finance Management Act and Supply Chain Management regulations.
• Experience working with Great Plains or other financial accounting packages will be an added advantage.
• A valid Code 08 driver’s license.
• Microsoft Office software competency

Responsibilities

• Effective financial management of Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and Infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.
• Responsible for an accounting system to provide accurate and timely financial information and reconciliations.
• To develop, enhance, implement, and enforce internal control systems.
• Manage project-specific audits, and internal and external audits for projects.
• Responsible for the submission of progress payment reports and financial information.
• Manage and maintain a record system of financial documentation.
• Maintain an up-to-date fixed asset register and manage inventory.
• Oversee the unit’s supply chain management function.
• Manage the budget and finances for the unit.
• Lead and develop unit finance staff.
• Liaison with funders and role-players.