We are looking for an assistant financial manager, here is what you need to know about the role:
The main purpose of this position is:
- To assist the Finance Manager with accounting and monitoring functions related to processing, planning, budgeting, financial reporting, and financial administration within the department
- To accurately maintain records of financial transactions
- To provide expert financial advice and operational support to the various Departments, the Trust, and various Committees in relation
to the financial matters of the entity - To ensure that all financial transactions are processed in accordance with policies, procedures, and statutory requirements
- To deputize for the Finance Manager in his/her absence
The requirements of this job are as follows:
Qualification:
- A tertiary level qualification in accounting or management accounting (e.g., B Com with Accounting major) OR,
- If qualified by experience, at least seven to ten years of experience, at this level, with the same or similar key performance areas
Experience:
- A minimum of three years post qualification experience in the field of finance in a large or medium size organisational environment, with exposure to various aspects of finance and management accounting
Skills:
- Ability to interact successfully with clients at all levels regarding financial matters, and to provide related advice, coaching and training
- Ability to take initiative, exercise judgement, solve problems, and work accurately and to deadline with minimal supervision
- Excellent organisation skills and the ability to establish priorities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills coupled with sound interpersonal skills
Knowledge:
- PASTEL Accounting
- Excel Advanced
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