The HSRC was established in 1968 as South Africa’s statutory research agency and has grown to become the largest dedicated research institute in the social sciences and humanities on the African continent, doing cutting-edge public research in areas that are crucial to development.
Our mandate is to inform the effective formulation and monitoring of gover...
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BCom Finance or Accounting degree or equivalent (NQF 7)
Minimum of 5 years of accounting or financial management experience
Relevant experience in financial management, cost and management accounting and project management;
A good understanding of the financial regulatory system in the public system will be helpful;
Strong interpersonal and communications skills, and the ability to co-ordinate and capacitate staff;
Demonstrable proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other accounting tools.
Must have intellectual and personal integrity, with a well-developed work ethic and drive, and an aptitude for innovation;
Should be able to work under pressure, and after hours when required to meet deadlines;
Must be able to work proactively and independently;
Duties & Responsibilities
Manage the financial processes (policies, controls, systems, flows and tasks) within AISA, so that it is efficient, effective, and compliant with the PFMA and HSRC policies and procedures
Provide strategic financial support to the AISA leadership to ensure sound financial management
Prepare financial reports in keeping with policies and procedures, as well as audit requirements.
Prepare and review monthly management accounts and other financial reports.
Provide timeous and regular feedback to relevant stakeholders on financial risks and other issues;
Assist with the preparation of financial statements;
Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial information;
Support month-end and year-end closing processes;
Monitoring and reporting of related budgets, and
Management of all administrative matters within the Office of the Executive Head: AISA