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Requirements
National Senior Certificate plus undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) in accounting/ financial administration /financial management / auditing. One (01) to two (2) years’ working experience in the financial management filed. Computer Literacy proficiency in (MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint & Outlook). Code 8 Driver’s Licence. Knowledge of the ethics and corruption/ fraud prevention prescripts and measures is an added advantage. Competencies: In- depth knowledge of legislative framework that governs the Public Service. Understanding and application of the following prescripts: PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Treasury Practice Notes, Treasury and DPSA Circulars as well as the understanding and application of the Financial Management Systems (PERSAL, BAS and LOGIS). Analytical thinking, Mathematical, Interpersonal, Planning and Organising, Statutory report writing and time management skills. High level of integrity, honesty, a highly ethical person, imparting knowledge, objective and independent. Paying attention to all detail, respect confidentiality and have good communication skills (both verbal and written). Conflict management, problem solving and a decision maker.
Duties
Render support services in the establishment of governance and effective management (Internal Control Measures in the department). Test and monitor departmental key controls periodically, offer technical guidance, advice, support on control deficiencies and prepare the internal control status quo report to the management when necessary. Identify early warning signs of possible new emerging risks imposed by the control deficiencies and/or audit infringement, link to the work of risk management unit and guide in the development of action plans with minimal assistance from the supervisor. Assist in the development/reviewal the internal control policies. Capability to perform the pre-auditing function on all payments including S&T and verification of AFS and IFS supporting documentation. Assist the department in ascertaining that its employees understand their role regarding unauthorised, irregular and fruitless and wasteful expenditure. Follow up on auditor general and internal audit recommendations. Facilitate the development of the Audit Improvement Plans (AIP) and complete monthly reports for submission to the relevant stakeholders. Provide administration tasks for the directorate and plan the agreed upon timelines for self and for juniors assigned to mentor.