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South Africa: Senior Accountant (Contract Position) posted by SAIIA

Date 2024-11-16
Job Title Senior Accountant (Contract Position)
Employer SAIIA
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Salary 540000
Category Finance Accounting
Location South Africa
/ South Africa

Job Summary

Join the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) at the University of the Witwatersrand as an Accountant (ACC1124).

ABOUT SAIIA:

SAIIA is an independent think tank focused on advancing a well-governed, peaceful, economically sustainable, and globally engaged Africa.

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accountant to support the integrity of our financial reporting. As an Accountant at SAIIA, you will be responsible for developing a deep understanding of project and programme budgets, monitoring and reporting on programme financial performance, and ensuring compliance with donor and organisational requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepare monthly donor reports and supporting schedules, as well as monthly and annual reconciliations of expenditure for donor reports.
  • Check and approve payment requisitions for projects.
  • Effectively manage bank and cash accounts.
  • Assist programme officers with donor reporting and reconciling Pastel reports.
  • Ensure that financial reports are accurate, reliable, and delivered on time.
  • Support financial aspects of programme audits and monitor compliance with audit requirements and recommendations.
  • Ensure compliance with legislation and international accounting best practises and standards.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor`s degree or diploma in accounting or financial management.
  • Minimum of 5 years` experience in financial management and administration.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial formulae.
  • Experience with the PASTEL accounting system.
  • Ability to establish positive relationships with donors, project teams, and other stakeholders across the organisation.
  • Excellent communication and written English skills.
  • Strong planning and organisational abilities.
  • Flexible approach to work and willingness to contribute to the success of the team.
  • Demonstrated experience in preparing monthly management and donor reports to deadlines and required standards.

APPLICATION:

If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for financial management and a commitment to advancing Africa, we encourage you to apply for this 12-month contract (renewable based on performance).

Join us as we work towards a better, more peaceful, and sustainable future for Africa and its people.

SALARY:

Salary band based on experience: R SAIIA
Senior Accountant (Contract Position) position available in South Africa, South Africa. This job position was posted by SAIIA. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2024-11-16 at 09:01:27 in the Finance Accounting category

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