About the Role
The Finance Clerk Production position at the Department of Finance offers an exciting opportunity for individuals in Kugompo, South Africa, to contribute to the effective management of financial processes within the public service. This role plays a vital part in ensuring that financial operations run smoothly, which is essential for maintaining the integrity of the government’s financial obligations to its citizens. By managing payroll transactions, liaising with vendors, and ensuring compliance with financial legislation, you will help support the community and enhance the public’s trust in government operations.
As a Finance Clerk, your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of financial transactions and service delivery in Kugompo. This position is not just about numbers; it’s about making a difference in the lives of citizens by ensuring that public servants are compensated accurately and on time. Your attention to detail and commitment to ethical conduct will help uphold the standards of the public service, ultimately benefiting the community at large.
About the Department
The Department of Finance is dedicated to the stewardship of South Africa’s financial resources. Its mission encompasses the development and implementation of effective financial management practices, ensuring compliance with public finance legislation, and supporting various government entities in achieving their financial goals. Working in this department means being part of a team that strives for transparency, accountability, and efficiency in public financial management, all of which are crucial for fostering economic growth and stability in the region.
At the Department of Finance, you will find a dynamic work environment where innovation and integrity are promoted. Your work will contribute to the overarching goal of enhancing the financial health of the public sector and, by extension, the wellbeing of South African citizens.
What You’ll Do
- Compile, check, and capture allowances on PERSAL, including travel claims and overtime.
- Liaise with third parties to manage court maintenance orders and implement them effectively.
- Distribute payslips and supplementary payslips to officials and submit signed certificates to head office.
- Address payroll enquiries and maintain accurate records of vendor invoices.
- Compile and complete an accurate invoice spreadsheet each month.
- Collaborate with various sections to ensure source documents are in order.
- Process vendor invoices in SAP and ensure creditors are paid within 30 days.
- Manage vendor enquiries effectively and maintain a comprehensive register of transactions.
- Perform cashier duties, including the receipt and issuance of payments and banking of cash.
- Handle petty cash transactions and order as well as distribute stationery.
- Organise and file all face value documents systematically for easy access.
- Assist in audit processes and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior/Grade 12 certificate with accounting.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Basic understanding of financial functions and practices.
- Ability to capture data and collate financial statistics using spreadsheets.
- Familiarity with public service financial legislation and Treasury Regulations.
- Knowledge of PERSAL and SAP systems will be advantageous.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to solve problems effectively.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure.
- A commitment to accountability, integrity, and ethical conduct.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
A Senior/Grade 12 certificate with accounting.Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data and collate financial statistics by use of spreadsheets.
Basic knowledge and insight of the Public Service Financial legislation, procedures and Treasury Regulations, PFMA, DORA, PSA, PISR, PPPFA and Financial Manual.
Knowledge of systems such as PERSAL and 113 SAP will be an advantage.
Good communication skills, problem solving and time management.
Accountability, integrity, honesty and ethical conduct.
Must be able to work under pressure.
Job Duties
Compiling, checking and capturing allowances on PERSAL e.g.
Subsistence and Travel claims, overtime, standby claims and payroll deduction transactions.
Liaise with third party with regards to court maintenance orders to submit and implement.
Distribute pay slips plus supplementary pay slips to officials and submit signed certificates to head office.
Attend payroll enquiries.
Receive vendor invoices and keep accurate register.
Compile and complete accurate invoice spreadsheet each month.
Liaise with different sections regarding source documents.
Compile documents and capture invoices to pay vendors on SAP.
Ensure that creditors are paid within 30 days.
Attend to vendor enquiries.
Scan paid invoices onto SAP.
Perform cashier duties, receiving and issuing receipts and banking of cash.
Perform petty cash transactions.
Order and distribute stationery.
File all face value documents systematically and complete.
Attend to audit samples and ensure compliance.
