Finance Officer at NRF National Research Foundation

About the position

Postion Summary:
The National Office is an administrative and coordination hub of SAEON, and it houses various potfolios that forms part of the shared services model, such as Finance and procurement departments etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all administrative task of Business Unit PayablesAssist in keeping asset register up to date at all times by capitalizing assetsProcessing of supplier invoices on D365Reconcile all suppliers’ accounts prior to preparation of a payment approval Follow up with suppliers and BU’s for overdue paymentsMaintain and update vendors accounts by reviewing control accounts and age analysisMaintain updated vendor information on ERP system (D365) by doing roll downs from the CSD portal for service providers responsible for
• Administer day-to-day payables and ad-hoc assist with receivables including queriesEnsure financial internal controls are adhered to Assist with internal and external audit processesUndertake any other duties as requested by the ManagerAdherence to all rules and regulations set out in NRF policies and procedures in all activities performed

Minimum Qualification:

• Diploma / Advanced Certificate / NQF 6

Minimum Experience:

• 3-4 years

• Post matriculation diploma in Accounting or Matric plus higher certificate in a finance-related field

Experience:

• 3 years’ experience in a finance department with specific experience in financial accounting/business management/operations

Knowledge:

• Practical knowledge of financial reconciliations, accounting systems & bookkeepingUse of accounting softwareComputer LiterateWorking knowledge of assetAccurate with figuresKnowledge of GRAP, PFMA andTreasury regulations and related policies and procedures

Additional Notes:
Sound business skillsA comprehensive understanding of internal controlsExcellent communication skills in the English language (both oral & written)Extensive planning experience in operational, and financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting/projectionsHighly numerate and excellent computer literacy skillsThe NRF website provides more details on the initiatives and activities Applicants should submit a comprehensive CV by registering and apply online through the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of motivation indicating the applicant·s suitability for the position. The names and contact details of at least three referees should be provided.

Desired Skills:

• Skilled in applied field of position
• Knowledge to be relevant
• Responsible in performing duties

About The Employer:

The National Research Foundation (NRF) supports and promotes research and human capital development through funding, the provision of National Research Facilities and science outreach platforms and programmes to the broader community in all fields of science and technology, including natural sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities. The South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON) is a research platform funded by the Department of Science Technology and Innovation (DSTI) and managed by the National Research Foundation (NRF) since 2002. SAEON conducts long term observation and research in ecosystems on land, the coast and the oceans to understand how those systems function and are changing in time and space through human influences and climate change. We deliver information to our informed policy-making towards a sustainable society.