The Accountant will develop an in-depth understanding of project and programme budgets and will monitor and report programme financial performance in accordance with the requirements of the different donor and organisational requirements.
Accountant (ACC02/2023) (12-month contract, renewable based on performance) (Salary band based on experience R540000-600000 per annum)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Accountant will:
- Prepare monthly donor reports, supporting schedules as well as monthly and annual reconciliations of expenditure of donor reports
- Checking and sign off payment requisitions for projects
- Effective management of bank and cash
- Support program officers with donor reporting and checking off pastel reports
- Ensure that financial reports are timeously circulated, are accurate and reliable
- Support financial aspects of program audits and ensure audit requirements and recommendations are monitored
- Ensure compliance with legislation, international accounting best practice and standards
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelors’ degree/diploma in accounting/financial management
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial management and administration
- Advanced Excel skills, including complex financial formulae
- Experience in PASTEL accounting system
- Ability to create positive relationships with donors, project teams and other stakeholders across the organisation
- Excellent communication and written English skills
- Good planning and organisation skills
- Flexible approach to work and willing to play a full role in ensuring the success of the team
- Proven track record in preparing monthly management and donor reports to deadlines and required standards
For more information on SAIIA and its research agenda please visit www.saiia.org.za. Candidates for this position should submit a motivational letter quoting clearly the reference number of the position that they are applying for, a comprehensive CV, together with the names of three referees with their contact details to recruitment@saiia.org.za.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be called in for an interview. Applications close on 23 March 2023. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
SAIIA will make an appointment in line with their employment equity policy. SAIIA reserves the right not to make an appointment.