Job Description

Title of PositionAdministrative AssistantPost Number8020093Faculty/DepartmentUniversity of the Western Cape -> Finance & Services -> Fixed Assets & InsuranceType of PositionPermanent - Full TimeLength of Contract PeriodLocationMain Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)Closing Date9/10/2024Role Clarification & Key Performance AreasThe University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context.We seek a skilled individual to assist within the department through the use of resources and systems in order to ensure compliance with legislation, policies and procedures.Reporting to the Assistant Accountant Fixed Assets, the role will be responsible for, among others:

• Monitor system of controls, procedures, and forms for the recording of fixed assets.
• Assign bar codes to fixed assets.
• Barcoding of university assets
• Record fixed asset acquisitions.
• Review and update the detailed schedule of fixed assets.
• Identify and investigate any obsolete assets.
• Conduct periodic impairment reviews for intangible assets.
• Conduct periodic physical inventory counts of fixed assets.
• Conduct analyses related to fixed assets as requested by management.
• Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist the auditors in their inquiries.

Minimum Requirements

• Senior certificate
• 2 years relevant experience in fixed assets
• Valid drivers' license with 2 years driving experience
• Advantageous would be a post matric Diploma, with Accounting as a subject
• Experience with the following software will be a distinct advantage:

• Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Fixed Assets Register system.

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae and the highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.zaDISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.

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