{"id":41984,"date":"2018-08-01T10:55:34","date_gmt":"2018-08-01T08:55:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/?p=41984"},"modified":"2018-08-01T10:55:34","modified_gmt":"2018-08-01T08:55:34","slug":"smartstart-new-job-vacancy-apply-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/smartstart-new-job-vacancy-apply-now.html","title":{"rendered":"SmartStart New Job Vacancy &#8211; Apply Now!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>SmartStart is a social franchise which aims to expand access to quality, affordable early learning opportunities for young children in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Title:\u00a0Financial Accountant<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Job Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Johannesburg<br \/>\n<strong>Salary:\u00a0<\/strong>This will be negotiated based on years of experience<br \/>\n<strong>Report to:<\/strong> The Finance Manager<\/p>\n<p>This a full-time post.<\/p>\n<p>The purpose of the position is to ensure that funds are managed and 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when necessary<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Procurement and Contract Management<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Monitor compliance with procurement policies and procedures<\/li>\n<li>Review procurement policies and procedures on an ongoing basis to identify areas for enhancement<\/li>\n<li>Oversee tender processes, including the development of tender dossiers<\/li>\n<li>Ensure adequate documentation of procurement processes undertaken by the organisation<\/li>\n<li>Review contracts and participating in contract negotiations to ensure that the organisation\u2019s interests are protected and risks effectively managed<\/li>\n<li>Manage service providers \/ suppliers to ensure that deliverables are in accordance with the terms and conditions of signed contracts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Risk Management<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure that financial risks are identified and effectively managed through the implementation and monitoring of appropriate accounting procedures, sound internal controls and good governance structures<\/li>\n<li>Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Other<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure that staff are provided with efficient and effective support \/ assistance from the finance unit<\/li>\n<li>Conduct training for staff on organisational policies and procedures<\/li>\n<li>Prepare presentations and reports, as and when required<\/li>\n<li>Take part in regular team reflection and review sessions<\/li>\n<li>Contribute to the work of the design and development team in enhancing the SmartStart<\/li>\n<li>Attend required internal and external meetings to report on progress and to gain an insight into the challenges and opportunities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A bachelor&#8217;s degree in accounting plus articles<\/li>\n<li>Minimum of three to five years\u2019 work experience in an accounting\/finance environment<\/li>\n<li>Experience in the NGO and \/ or development sector would be advantageous<\/li>\n<li>Work under pressure and as a team member<\/li>\n<li>Establish and maintain sound relationships with key stakeholders<\/li>\n<li>Provide the inspiration, direction and incentives required for team success<\/li>\n<li>Create an environment conducive to learning and development<\/li>\n<li>Embrace diversity and ensure fairness<\/li>\n<li>Focus on optimising own and others\u2019 energy to drive results<\/li>\n<li>Use analysis, logic, innovation, experience, skill and knowledge to solve problems<\/li>\n<li>Express oneself effectively verbally and in writing in the English language<\/li>\n<li>Demonstrate strong conviction in own judgment and actions<\/li>\n<li>Use discretion and deal with sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency in Sage One (including the inventory system), Sage 300 People and Pastel Partner<\/li>\n<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook)<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge on E-filing and all relevant taxation 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