Finance and Asset Management Officer at South African Local Government Association

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Relevant degree in Finance / Asset Management / Purchasing Management 
• Be an all-rounder, be versatile and able to perform certain Human Capital responsibilities 
• A Valid drivers’ license will be an added advantage as travel could be required 
• Ability to maintain high-level of accuracy and confidentiality 
• 3 years’ relevant working experience 
• Knowledge of local government sector, ability to interpret Financial Statements and generate reports 
• Experience in Finance / Supply Chain Management 
• Knowledge of Basic Bookkeeping 

KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS 

• Fixed Asset Register: Update and maintain Fixed Asset Master data in the Corporate Register database 
• Asset Control: Conduct Fixed Asset Inventory counts; periodic physical inspection of fixed assets, reviewing the results, conducting necessarily follow up and accounting adjustments. Control and safeguard SALGA’s assets including leased assets and fixed assets register. Be versatile 
• Governance and Compliance: Implement financial policies and procedures. Ensure adherence to internal control mechanisms. Ensure good governance, effective financial management, control, reporting and sustainability within Assist with Compliance Functions 
• Query Resolution: Implement customer care charter. Effective handling of queries and speedy resolution of all customer and supplier queries/ complaints. All queries to be handled as they emerge for client satisfaction.