Internal Control Officer
Council for Geoscience CGS · Pretoria, Gauteng
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Developing and maintaining internal control frameworks
- Ensuring financial processes are operating securely and complying with regulations.
- Reducing risks related to fraud and inefficiencies.
Conducting financial risk assessments
- Identifying financial vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Strengthening financial stability and regulatory adherence.
- Maintaining the Finance Risk register.
Ensuring compliance with financial regulations
- Maintaining adherence to PFMA regulations and GRAP standards.
- Preventing legal and financial penalties.
Monitoring financial transactions to ensure compliance
- Detecting anomalies and preventing fraudulent activities.
- Enhancing operational efficiency and financial security.
Collaborating with finance teams
- Improving reporting accuracy and strengthening control frameworks.
- Strengthening cross-functional financial governance.
Supporting internal and external audit functions
- Providing necessary documentation to auditors and ensuring smooth audit processes.
- Ensuring regulatory compliance and financial integrity.
- Verifying financial accuracy and ensuring adherence to policies.
- Improving transparency and accountability in financial reporting.
KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Analytical Thinking.
- Attention to Detail.
- Problem-Solving Skills.
- Communication & Collaboration.
- Leadership & Influence.
- Adaptability & Resilience.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Grade 12; and
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
- Professional membership CASA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or CIA.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in Internal Control or similar environment.
- Proven experience in Finance, internal auditing, risk management, or compliance role.
- Strong knowledge of PFMA, GRAP and internal control frameworks.
- Understanding of financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Understanding compliance requirements related to grants funding.
- Understanding financial controls for research projects.
- Identifying financial risks associated with finance, procurement, and operational spend.
- Understanding financial aspects of research projects, including cost allocation and expenditure tracking.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.