Finance Officer

Purpose of the job To assist with evaluating the financial implications/risks associated with contracts and decisions and to ensure that SITA complies with all applicable laws and regulations as well as the relevant policies of the company by performing regular risk assessments and developing action plans to rectify. Key Responsibility Areas • Assist with and implement policies and procedures for the environment and ensure compliance with applicable legislation. • Implement policies and procedures for the environment to ensure compliance with applicable policies and a clean audit report. • Compile finance related reports to stakeholders and for inclusion in financial reports. • General Finance administration • Assisting in keeping the Irregular, Fruitless & Wasteful register updated • Assist with inputs into the Irregular, Fruitless and Wasteful Note of the Annual Financial Statements. Technical Competencies Description Good knowledge of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP); Understanding of relevant legislation,including PFMA and Treasury regulations; Knowledge of Financial Reporting and Analysis, Risk Management and Control, & Tax Accounting; Identification of risk; Implementation of internal controls; Ability to analyse reporting information and recommend corrective action; Ability to make an informed decision; Basic understanding of accounting principles; Effective presentation skills; Report writing skills; Understanding of one’s role and influence in finance.