Grade: C1
Remuneration: R 346,793.10 CTC (plus a possible 20% performance bonus)
The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is a Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) that facilitates skills development under the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and supports mine health and safety under the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) for the mining and minerals sector under Skills Development Act (SDA) 97 of 1998 and Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) 29 of 1996, respectively.
The MQA requires the services of a Finance Administrator to fill the above-mentioned position.
Role purpose
The successful candidate will provide financial, administrative, and clerical services in order to ensure effective, efficient and accurate financial and administrative operations.
The successful candidate will report to the Finance Manager.
Key Performance Areas
- Perform the day to day processing of financial transactions;
- Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures;
- Prepare, verify, and process invoices and coding payment documents;
- Prepare batches of invoices for data entry;
- Data enter invoices for payment;
- Process documents for electronic payments;
- Process backup reports after data entry;
- Maintain listing of accounts receivable and payable;
- Assist in maintaining the general ledger and creditors ledger;
- Manage accruals and recurring creditors invoices;
- Maintain updated vendor files and file numbers;
- Provide administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient office operations;
- Maintain a filing system for all financial documents;
- Assist with the management of the external and internal audits;
- Ensure the confidentiality and security of all financial files;
- Prepare bank reconciliations; and
- Perform other related duties as delegated by the supervisor and/or line manager.
Key Requirements: Qualifications, Experience And Competencies
Qualifications
- Minimum National Diploma in Finance or [NQF Level 6] equivalent in a Finance field.
- A Degree [NQF Level 7] in a Finance related field will be an added advantage.
Experience
- A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant and demonstrable experience in financial administration.
- Experience in Financial consulting and Auditing will be an added advantage.
- Demonstrable experience in MS Office (MS Word, MS Projects, MS Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Must have used an Accounting Software before and understands how the modules therein work.
Competencies: Knowledge
- Sound knowledge of Accounting Principles.
- Understanding of Great Plains Accounting Software will be an added advantage.
- Understanding of the PFMA, skills development legislations and relevant accounting standards will be an added advantage.
Competencies: Skills
- Excellent time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Be detail-oriented and possess excellent organisational skills.
- Possess the capacity to prioritise tasks and the ability to work under pressure.
- Possess resilience and agility
- Work independently and meet tight deadlines
- Bookkeeping skills and analytical and problem-solving skills.
Competencies: Attributes
- People orientation.
- Perseverance.
- Team player.
- Integrity.
Closing Date: 06 July 2022. No late applications will be considered.
Interested candidates should submit their applications which shall consist of one page Motivation, comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of their qualifications, a valid proof of identification to: recruitment@mqa.org.za
The MQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer; therefore, the filling of the position will be in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Recommended candidates will be expected to undergo a professional competency assessment and vetting processes.
Successful applicant will be required to disclose their financial interest. Should you not hear from the MQA within 4 weeks of the closing date, you must regard your application as unsuccessful.
The MQA reserves the right not to appoint any person for this position.