Accountant at Talent Network

Work Standard

• Provide a professional financial service
• Communicate and liaise effectively with Finance Executive and all staff
• Pay significant attention to detail
• Produce accurate and thorough work on time
• Respect confidentiality
• Adhere to internal systems
• Think pro-actively and pre-empt needs
• Maintain or improve staff morale and motivation

Knowledge

• MS Office and Outlook, internal systems, EFT Banking
• Understanding of BCEA provisions, including leave and sick leave
• Understanding of UIF and WCA processing requirements
• Understanding of Accounts principles, including creditors, invoicing, disbursements,     reconciliations, petty cash control
• Familiarity with organisational structure, systems, policies and procedures

Skills / Abilities / Attributes

Communication Skills

• Communicates verbally in a clear, concise and convincing manner appropriate for the audience. Creates an impression of professionalism. Listens effectively. Communicates in writing in a clear, succinct and structured manner and in an appropriate business style

Interpersonal Skills

• Maintains an open, approachable manner. Is tactful, diplomatic, compassionate and sensitive, and treats others with respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations (clients, suppliers and colleagues).

Planning and Organising

• Plans and prioritise at an operational level to ensure deadlines are achieved. Uses a systematic, logical and structured approach to work and to keep track of information or work progress. Anticipates the consequences of situations and plans accordingly

Problem Solving

• Identifies and analyses problems and distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions. Thinks laterally to provide practical solutions.

Cooperation

• Works co-operatively with others and makes a proactive and constructive contribution. Works harmoniously to prevent/diffuse conflict. 

Initiative

• Identifies what needs to be done and does it before being asked
• or before the situation requires it. Goes the extra mile. Is enterprising and resourceful. Approaches challenges with a “can -do” attitude and gets the job done

Work Ethic (dependability, commitment, attitude & accountability)

• Instils trust and confidence. Demonstrates commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient and cost- effective manner. Can be relied upon to meets deadlines and deliver on
• commitments made even in the face of obstacles and frustrations. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Is punctual and has a good attendance record

Productivity / Efficiency

• Works effectively and in a time efficient matter. Applies excellent time management skills. Develops organised ways of working to achieve deadlines and a high quality of work

Attention to Detail / Quality

• Works neatly and accurately and work does not require double-checking regularly. Gives appropriate attention to the quality of their work and to detail. Balances the need for quality with the need to respond to the workload.

Planning

• Plans appropriately at either a daily / weekly / monthly level, tactical (broader, 3 -5 years) or strategic level (broad, business level, 5 years).

Organising

• Determines the resources required and allocates resources to achieve a goal. Delegates and assigns work to members of the team effectively.

Leading

• Sets clear direction and objectives. Influences and motivates staff to work to achieve set objectives.

Controlling

• Manages workflow. Monitors output to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled and progress is on-track. Modifies tasks to ensure that set objectives are being achieved. Takes appropriate remedial action including disciplinary action.

Provides motivational support and builds morale with teams and individuals

• Inspires, guides, motivates and mentor's team members to work
• together in a committed manner. Communicates
• team objectives and other relevant information clearly and openly. Promotes cooperation with other work units. Acknowledges and expresses pride in the team and accomplishments.

Managing performance and development

• Trains, guides, mentors, supports and coaches subordinate and allocates stretch projects. Provides clear expectations. Conveys confidence in employees’ ability to be successful. Allows employees’ latitude, where appropriate, to decide how they will accomplish their goals and resolve issues. Ensures feedback. Addresses performance problems and issues promptly.