Finance Clerk, Supervisor - KwaZulu Natal Department of Health

DUTIES:          

Key Performance Areas: 

• Assist in preparation of financial reports and practice in relevant committees,
• Authorise BAS transactions inclusive of maintenance of debts/ suspense accounts, 
• Draw & Analyse BAS / Persal reports to undertake reconciliations and/or clear incorrect expenditure both for Equitable Share & Conditional Grant,
• Monitor expenditure and report thereon to the Malaria Programme Cash Flow Committee, 
• Conduct inspections, identify high-risk areas, deviations and report thereon; and facilitate corrective action with a view to mitigate financial risks, 
• Prepare journals for processing on BAS for approval by your Supervisor and control all face value books used by the Malaria Programme, 
• Ensure the effective utilization of resources and the development of subordinate staff, 

• Participate in institutional finance and other committees, 
• Supervise and manage staff under finance section, 
• Monitor / Analyze Expenditure trends and report to Cash Flow Committee.

REQUIREMENTS:          

• Senior certificate,
• Standard 10 (Grade 12) plus 3-5 years’ Finance relevant experience required,
• Proof of previous and current work experience endorsed and stamped by HR Manager/Delegated Person

Recommendation: Valid Driver’s license, Bas Knowledge

Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies Required:

• Knowledge of the Public Financial Management Act, Treasury Regulations and Practice Notes including SCM Policies,
• Computer Literacy: with MS Office Software Applications/ Packages Departmental and Transversal systems (e.g. BAS, PERSAL),
• Numeracy and Accuracy, Planning and Organisational ability

SALARY: R261 372. per annum (Level 7) Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional), Housing Allowance (Employee must meet prescribed requirements)

CENTRE:  Malaria Control Programme

ENQUIRIES:  to be directed to: Ms. JN Gumede (035) 572102, ASD: Finance

NOTE:

• Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form (Z83) which must be originally signed and dated. 
• The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae, Applicants must submit copies of qualifications, Identity document and driver’s license (where appropriate) and any other relevant documents. Such copies need not be certified when applying for a post. 
• The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
• Therefore only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR.
• The Reference Number must be indicated in the column (Part A) provided thereof on the Z83 form. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Faxed and e-mailed applications will NOT be accepted.
• Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).

• Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful.
• Applicants in possession of a foreign qualification must attach an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) to their applications.
• Non- RSA Citizens/Permanent Residents/ Work Permit holders must submit documentary proof together with their applications. All employees in the Public Service that are presently on the same salary level but on a notch/package above of the advertised post are free to apply, please note that due to the large no of applications envisaged being received, applicants will not be acknowledged.
• However, successful applicants will be advised of the outcome Targeted Group: Preference will be given to the following candidates as per Employment Equity target: which is African Female or Any person with disability regardless of race and gender.