About the Role
The Department of Finance is seeking a dedicated State Accountant to join its team in Kugompo. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing user access to the SAP system, ensuring compliance with financial legislation and internal policies. This position is crucial to maintaining the integrity of financial operations within the public service, allowing for transparency and accountability in government jobs. Your work will directly impact the community by facilitating efficient financial management and risk assessment.
As a State Accountant, you will be part of a team that prioritizes ethical conduct and compliance with governance frameworks. The role is based in Kugompo, a vibrant town known for its commitment to public service. By ensuring proper user access and risk management, you will contribute significantly to the financial governance of the department, helping to uphold public trust in government operations.
About the Department
The Department of Finance plays a critical role in the economic management of South Africa. It is tasked with ensuring that financial resources are allocated effectively and transparently, supporting the country’s development objectives. Working in this department means being part of a mission that prioritizes accountability and ethical governance, making a meaningful difference in the lives of citizens across the nation.
What You’ll Do
- Process SAP access requests from users and ensure all necessary approvals are obtained.
- Create and manage user profiles within the SAP system.
- Allocate users to relevant user groups based on their roles.
- Run risk analysis reports to identify potential issues and inform management.
- Facilitate risk acceptance sign-offs and ensure documentation is in order prior to access approvals.
- Conduct inquiries and generate reports as needed to support financial oversight.
- Perform month-end controls to ensure accuracy and compliance in financial reporting.
What You’ll Need
- A National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Financial Management or Financial Information Systems.
- At least one year of relevant experience in financial management or similar roles.
- Strong understanding of financial legislation, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of Information Technology frameworks, particularly SAP authorizations and governance risk.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage diversity in the workplace.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a focus on client orientation.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
A National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Financial Management or Financial Information Systems.One (1) year relevant experience.
Knowledge and understanding of financial legislation, policies, practices and procedures.
Knowledge and understanding of Information Technology related frameworks.
Knowledge of SAP authorizations and governance risk and compliance system.
Knowledge of equal opportunities and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems.
Departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledge of learning and teaching procedures and techniques.
Framework for managing performance information.
Knowledge of implementing policies on PMDS.
Problem solving and analysis.
People and diversity management.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Good communication skills both (verbal and written).
Accountability and ethical conduct.
Job Duties
Obtain SAP access request forms from users.Check the forms to ensure that they are approved.
Create user profiles on the system.
Assign users to user profiles.
Collect user list in all user group information.
Allocate the users to relevant user groups.
Receive users access request forms.
Ensure user access forms are signed.
Assign access to users.
Run risk analysis reports.
Inform management about the risk.
Facilitate risk acceptance sign offs.
Ensure that relevant documents are available before approving access requests.
Do difficult enquiries on the system.
Request reports.
Perform month end controls.
