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• FEM is seeking to appoint a Junior System Engineer (Technical) within its IT Infrastructure/Operations division, based at its Head Office in Johannesburg. Reporting to the IT Manager, with oversight from the Chief Information Officer, this role is responsible for providing structured, hands-on technical support and operational engineering capability across the organisation’s IT infrastructure. The purpose of the role is to ensure that systems remain available, secure, and operate efficiently within defined standards, procedures, and best practices.
• The successful candidate will support core infrastructure components, including servers across Windows and Linux environments, end-user devices such as desktops, laptops, and mobile devices, as well as network components including switches, Wi-Fi, and connectivity solutions. The role requires the execution of standard operating procedures and runbooks, as well as conducting regular system health checks and ongoing monitoring to ensure optimal performance and stability.
• In addition, the Junior System Engineer will be responsible for managing technical incidents and problems within agreed service level agreements. This includes resolving first- and second-line incidents, escalating more complex issues to senior engineers where necessary, and assisting with basic root cause analysis. Accurate logging of incidents and proper documentation of resolutions will be essential to maintain service quality and continuous improvement.
• The successful candidate will also support project-related activities by assisting senior engineers with infrastructure deployments, system upgrades, migrations, and technology refresh initiatives. This exposure will provide valuable development opportunities within a dynamic IT environment.
• The minimum requirements of the position are a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or have equivalent practical industry experience. A valid driver’s license is required. Candidate should have between one and three years of experience in information technology, with exposure to systems support, junior systems administration, or technical operations environments.

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• FEM is looking to appoint a Junior Financial Accountant at its Head Office within the Corporate Finance Department based in Johannesburg. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the overall objective of this role is to execute the full spectrum of financial accounting responsibilities for the organisation, ensuring adherence to IFRS, internal controls, audit requirements, financial integrity, and organisational performance. The incumbent will play a key role in safeguarding the organisation's financial health through diligent reconciliations, reporting, and compliance with financial policies and procedures.

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Maintaining the general ledger structure, chart of accounts, and reporting hierarchies.
• Reviewing and approving journals, including accruals, prepayments, provisions, reallocations, and recurring entries.
• Performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolving reconciling items with appropriate audit trails.
• Managing intercompany transactions, confirmations, and reconciliations.
• Supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including validating subsystem integrations and reviewing GL tie-outs.
• Preparing financial statements in accordance with IFRS and company accounting policies.
• Producing financial packs, disclosures, notes, and supporting schedules for internal and external stakeholders.
• Preparing and submitting statutory financial reports and regulatory returns within prescribed deadlines.
• Maintaining the fixed asset register, processing depreciation, and managing capital expenditure accounting.
• Preparing audit schedules, working papers, reconciliations, and supporting audit processes.
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial ratios, and scenario modelling.
• Supporting finance policy maintenance, system upgrades, testing, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
• Identifying control weaknesses and recommending process enhancements.
• Providing guidance and support to junior finance resources where required.

The minimum requirements of the position are a B.Com degree or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7). A B.Com Honours degree (NQF Level 8) will be advantageous. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years' financial accounting experience in a corporate environment, including strong IFRS knowledge and exposure to audit processes, together with at least 2 years' experience working with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or Sage. Experience within the insurance sector, including investment accounting and IFRS 17, will be advantageous. Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines are essential requirements.