Financial Controller at The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL)

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

• To render the processing of creditors/contract and project management accounting services to the Eastern Region and to achieve and maintain good governance practices with adherence to specific norms and standards, according to relevant legislation; The efficient management of resources and time; achieve financial sustainability. To develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and to ensure required business results.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• The incumbent must have a Diploma /National Diploma or appropriate NQF 6 qualifications in Accounting / Commerce
• 3-5 Years of relevant experience
• Experience and knowledge in public sector SCM / finance processes and legislation will be advantageous.

ADVANTAGEOUS:

• A relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

The successful candidate will be able to effectively demonstrate the following:

• The ability to demonstrate attention to detail and solve problems in a timely manner. The incumbent should exhibit sound and accurate judgment and work well under pressure with good interpersonal and analytical thinking skills
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Preferential Procurement Policy Act (PPPFA), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations (TR), National Treasury Practice Notes, The Broad-Based Black Empowerment Act (BBBEE) and SCM Guidelines
• Time management – able to work under pressure.
• Planning, organizing, and high level of administrative skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder liaison skills.
• Excellent Computer proficiency.

WORKING CONDITIONS / INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:

• Ad hoc travel;
• Attend cluster meetings as and when required;
• Driver’s License;
• Work is normally performed in a typical office environment, including site visits as and when required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Management of Contractors, Consultants, and trade creditors’ payments

• Ensure accuracy and timeous payment of payment certificates;
• Ensure accurate and timeous payment of creditors;
• Ensure adherence to all relevant policies and procedures (PFMA and SCM);

Management and protection of assets:

• Ensure correct management of petty cash;
• Ensure that all the memorandums of agreement, tender, and contract documents are received and stored safely;
• Manage SANRAL’s asset register effectively;
• Maintain good corporate governance in terms of risks and audit requirements.

Administration & Maintenance:

• Perform site audits;
• Management of general office administration;
• Vendor registration;
• Accurate reporting;
• Maintains good working relationships with colleagues in other regions and/or areas of expertise;
• Cultivates and maintains good working relationships with key stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.