About the Role
The Department of Finance is seeking a dedicated State Accountant: Management Accountant (Projects) to join their Head Office team in Cape Town. This vital role focuses on managing project-related costs and budgeting, ensuring that government projects are financially viable and effectively monitored. By overseeing the financial aspects of various initiatives, you will contribute significantly to the community by helping to maintain transparency and accountability in public service.
As a State Accountant, you will engage in a variety of financial tasks that directly impact the success of projects aimed at benefiting the public. Your expertise in project management and financial analysis will play a critical role in evaluating expenditures and ensuring that funds are utilized efficiently. This position not only supports the operational aspects of projects but also fosters partnerships that can enhance educational opportunities and community development in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Finance is committed to promoting sound financial management within the South African government. With a mandate to ensure that public funds are allocated and used effectively, the department plays a crucial role in upholding the financial integrity of government initiatives. Working here means being part of a team that values transparency, accountability, and the responsible stewardship of resources, which ultimately serves to uplift communities across the nation.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct project-related costing investigations and compile comprehensive project budgets and cash flow statements.
- Control Project Accounts and prepare costing tables for various initiatives.
- Analyze project expenditure in relation to budgets and milestones, ensuring financial compliance and accuracy.
- Support the management of funding grants for projects, monitoring the timely availability of funds as specified in agreements.
- Evaluate and process procurement requests for project consumables and goods.
- Assist in the reconciliation of project income and expenditure, ensuring clarity and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Engage in human resource planning for project teams, facilitating effective collaboration and productivity.
- Conduct monitoring and evaluation of projects to ensure objectives are met and identify opportunities for improvement.
What You’ll Need
- Matric or equivalent plus a recognized National Diploma in Cost Management Accounting, Project Management, or Financial Management.
- 2-3 years of experience in a project management environment.
- A valid driver’s license is an added advantage.
- Strong understanding of project management principles and budgeting processes.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, along with networking and negotiation abilities.
- Proficiency in planning, organizing, and using computer software relevant to financial management.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
Matric or equivalent plus a recognized National Diploma in Cost management Accounting/ Project Management / Financial Management Degree or equivalent qualification.2-3 years’ experience in project management environment.
Valid Driver’s License will be an added advantage.
Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of project management and budgeting.
Coordination of meetings.
PSET and CET Act.
Public Service prescripts and DHET Policies.
Industrial operation.
Identification of opportunities in the market and Labour Market.
Opportunity linkages with industries.
Skills: Excellent Communication (oral and written); Networking; Negotiation; Research; Interpersonal; Planning; Organising; Computer; Promotion; Placement.
Job Duties
Conduct project related costing investigations and compile project budget and cash.Control Project Accounts.
Prepare costing tables for project.
Provide support in the management project budget and cash flow sheet.
Analyze project expenditure against project budget and project milestones.
Receive, 102 evaluate and process request for procurement of consumables/goods of projects.
Provide support in the management of funding Grant for projects.
Monitor the in-time availability of funds as per MOU/SLA.
Match data to different ledger accounts and verify account postings.
Provide support in the processing of stipends.
Reconciliation of project income and expenditure.
Monitor and assist in project expenditure, SLA, Income, Invoicing, Reporting, Close-out reports.
Human resource planning and management of project team.
Identifying potential partners and networks to benefit and support exiting students.
Conduct monitoring and evaluation for WILL and WBE.
Project time management.
