About the Role
The Unemployment Insurance Fund is seeking a dedicated Senior State Accountant to join its team in Pretoria. This vital role plays a significant part in ensuring that eligible beneficiaries receive timely and accurate payments for approved benefit claims. By processing daily payments and supervising resources within the Sub-Directorate, you will contribute to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the Fund. Your work not only helps individuals and families navigate challenging times but also strengthens the public service’s commitment to providing essential support within the community.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of financial management, verifying beneficiary claims and preparing information for financial reports on benefit payments. This position is crucial as it directly impacts the lives of South Africans relying on unemployment benefits, ensuring that they receive the support they need when they need it most.
About the Department
The Unemployment Insurance Fund operates under the Department of Employment and Labour, with a mission to provide temporary financial relief to unemployed workers in South Africa. This department is dedicated to upholding the principles of social justice and economic stability, ensuring that every citizen has access to essential support services. Working here means being part of a team that prioritizes the welfare of the public and plays an integral role in promoting social cohesion.
What You’ll Do
- Process daily payments of approved benefit claims to eligible beneficiaries.
- Verify open vouchers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Provide detailed information for financial reports related to benefit payments.
- Supervise and manage resources within the Sub-Directorate to optimize performance.
- Verify and validate beneficiary claims to maintain the integrity of the Fund.
What You’ll Need
- An undergraduate qualification in Accounting, Cost and Management Accounting, Financial Management, Public Finance Management, Business Management, Economics, or Auditing at NQF Level 6 as recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a finance environment.
- Knowledge of Generally Recognised Accounting Principles (GRAP), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Understanding of Batho Pele Principles, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA), and Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA).
- Competence in financial management principles and directives from the Treasury.
- Strong skills in financial management, communication, training, problem solving, and report writing.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
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Requirements
An undergraduate qualification in Accounting/ Cost and Management Accounting / Financial Management / Public Finance Management / Business Management/ Economics/ Auditing at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA.Two (2) years’ experience in Finance environment.
Knowledge: Generally Recognised Accounting Principles (GRAP).
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Batho Pele Principles.
Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).
Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA).
Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA).
Financial delegations, processes and policies of UIF.
Financial Management Principles and Financial Management Directives from the Treasury.
Skills: Financial Management.
Communication.
Training and Coaching.
Diversity Management.
Problem Solving.
Computer Literacy.
Time Management.
Report Writing.
Planning and Organising.
Analytical.
Numeracy.
Presentation.
Interpersonal.
Job Duties
Process daily payment of approved benefit claims to eligible beneficiaries.Verification of open vouchers.
Provide information for Financial reports on benefits payments.
Verify beneficiary claims.
Supervise resources in the Sub- Directorate.
