Finance Manager at St Stithians College

Job description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position.

The requirements of the position:

• Minimum of B.Com or equivalent qualification
• At least five years of relevant finance experience along with previous experience in management a full finance team
• Mixed VAT experience will be advantageous
• Knowledge of ACCPAC will be beneficial
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and excellent computer proficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven leadership and mentorship skills with a sound work ethic
• Experienced at conflict management, and demonstrates strong organisational skills
• Strong service orientation and able to maintain good relationship with colleagues and stakeholders
• Ability to focus on multiple projects concurrently and adapt to changes in priorities
• Work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see tasks and responsibilities through to completion
• Ability to work well with others under pressure and within time constraints
• Proactive and goal orientated, with strong problem solving skills
• Any staff member working within a school is required to have a sexual offender’s clearance certificate
• A willingness to work within the values, Christian ethos and mission of the College as well as to participate in the broader life of the school

Responsibilities include:

• Managing, leading and motivating staff
• Representation on Campus committees and forums
• Interaction with a wide range of stakeholders
• Preparation and / or review of monthly journals
• Review of requisitions for compliance and authorise forex payments
• Review reconciliations and monitor clearing accounts
• Manage month-end procedures
• Prepare and distribute monthly management accounts
• Provide feedback and regular reports to stakeholders
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Assist with submission of statutory returns
• Assist with annual budgeting process
• Overseeing completion of annual audit
• Assist with preparation of AFS
• Perform general accounting duties as requested

ST STITHIANS COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The College reserves the right not to proceed with filling this post. Applications are invited from South African citizens. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applicants automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.