Assistant Director: Expenditure and Transfers

The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture DSAC · Pretoria, Gauteng

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REQUIREMENTS

Senior Certificate/Matric Certificate/Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification; minimum three-year National Diploma NQF level 6 or Degree NQF level 7, as recognised by SAQA, in Financial Management, Management Accounting, Cost and Management Accounting, Accounting or any relevant financial accounting qualification;
2–3 years' relevant experience, including at least 2 years as a State Accountant or Financial Officer in processing and authorising payments, reconciliations or any financial expenditure management and transfers environment; BAS and LOGIS certificates will be an added advantage; Knowledge of Public Service Regulations;
Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act; Knowledge of National Treasury Regulations, instruction notes and financial systems; Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, norms and standards; Knowledge of Basic Accounting System BAS and Logistical Information System LOGIS;
Knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and prescripts; Planning and Organising skills; Strategic thinking and Problem-solving skills; Presentation skills; Good Communication and Interpersonal relations; Computer Literacy; Analytical skills; Team player; Ability to work under pressure.

The purpose of this post is to monitor and authorise financial transactions and payment processes within the Department; Check compliance with payment procedures and controls
; Validate supporting documents for correctness, completeness and accuracy; Identify and correct errors before payment approval; Verify and authorise payments on BAS and LOGIS; Monitor LOGIS and sundry payment processes; Maintain accurate payment records; Process payments to beneficiaries, public entities and provinces;
Ensure compliance with PFMA, National Treasury regulations ,procedures and policies; Resolve and follow up on payment queries and discrepancies; Ensure payments of invoices are processed within 30 days as prescribed by National Treasury regulations;
Monitor and reconcile suspense accounts including GCIS and disbursement reports; Request various BAS reports; Check and monitor journal processes; Monitor and review payment transactions for accuracy; Provide advice and guidance on payment processes; Supervise subordinates;
Ensure training and development of subordinates; Facilitate the performance management of subordinates; Prepare financial reports, reconciliations and audit information relating to expenditure and transfers; Monitor proper filing for record and audit purposes