Job Description

• Liaison with the project Managers and Research Team Managers as a link between Finance and Core.
• Assist project Managers with cost management accounting by applying the best practice.
• Assist Project and Programme managers with the preparation and loading and compile the forecast report.
• Assist with budget revisions where necessary.
• Ensure that financial risks are well identified and adequately addressed.
• Ensure that the contract register for all active and signed contracts is kept.
• Ensure that all active, but expired contracts are supported by an addendum.
• Ensure proper closing of completed projects on the system.
• Compile and evaluate the financial performance report of each project.
• Ensure that all audit queries are attended to and resolve as soon as possible.
• Assist the Finance Manager in all matters that need the project accountants input.
• Ensure income recognition is done in terms of the applicable accounting standards for all externally funded projects.
• Assist in mapping all employees to specific project (s), the correct managers and hours allocated to the correct project.
• Ensure that time sheets are done for all projects.
• Ensure that all the log sheets are captured by deadline.
• Manage all externally funded projects to avoid operational losses and report losses to the Institute Finance Manager.
• Ensure that all transactions are processed timeously and proper accruals are put through.
• Maintain project related records.
• Prepare financial reports and proof of income reports to the funder.
• Maintain the project related data in SAGE X3.
• Provide leadership and initiatives in the cost and management environment.
• To comply with Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Prepare monthly accounts reconciliations.
• Assists with updating of Fixed Asset register.

• National Diploma/BCom Degree in Cost and Management Accounting or Equivalent Qualification /AAT.
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience in the finance environment.
• Good analytical skills, report writing and organizational skills.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Exposure to SAGE X3 ERP will be an added advantage.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).

Enquiries: Mr Shimane Leshage, Tel: ( 012) 529 9335CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 NOVEMBER 2024Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of drivers license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.

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