South African National Parks is one of the world's leading conservation and scientific research bodies and a leading proponent of maintaining the indigenous natural environment.
South African National Parks, (SANParks), manages a system of parks which represents the indigenous fauna, flora, landscapes and associated cultural heritage of the country. Of al...
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NQF Level 7 qualification in Financial Accounting, Financial Administration, Business Administration, or relevant equivalent qualification
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in financial administration
Minimum of two (2) years’ supervisory experience
A valid Code 8 driver’s license is essential.
Excellent Computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power-point, MS Outlook are a prerequisite.
Working knowledge of relevant Financial Administration, Procedures and Practices.
Sound written, communication and interpersonal skills.
The ideal candidate must be proactive, adaptable, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines are essential.
The successful candidate should be assertive, a strong team player, and demonstrate high ethical standards. They must be self-motivated, maintain confidentiality, and be open to learning and training others.
Prepared to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day finance operations, including Revenue Collections and Sales, Budgeting and reporting, payroll, payment, project accounting and support and maintenance of general ledger functions within the Region.
Manage financial systems and processes.
Ensure compliance with General Accounting Practice (GRAP), applicable statute, and other governance processes to strengthen governance.
Oversee budgeting, overall compliance and engagement with respective entities and stakeholders
Manage the audit process both statutory, internal and donor funding
Develop and implement Annual Performance Plan, Service delivery and budget implementation plan (Annual Operational Plan) and implement the Finance departmental strategy in support of the organizational strategy.
Develop and implement business processes, internal controls, and guidelines relevant to the Financial Management
Ensure sound financial management and effective management of financial operations.
Manage Assets and inventory in line with applicable standards and policies
Oversee projects’ accounting functions.
Manage the fleet administration function for the region
Manage and maintain the finance risk register
Manage human capital development, change and transformation within administration.
Support the Region on all elements relating to finance and financial management.