Job Ref #: DFA MAY 15 - 2
Industry: Telecommunications
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1

Job Description

Main Purpose

To process, manage, forecast and report on assets (cash and cash equivalents, WIP, fixed and current assets) and ensure the integrity of financial reporting through the development and implementation of controls and procedures.

 

ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS & TASKS)

Financial Management

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial Fixed Asset Register and WIP reports and supporting working papers
• Review and analyse monthly capital expenditure results to ensure accuracy of financial statements, making accruals and adjustments as needed
• Prepare actuals vs budgets and check budgets overs and unders, funds availability, remaining amounts etc.
• Process and reconcile balance sheet items – Cash and cash equivalents and asset classes

 Approvals

•  Approve Purchase Orders based on set criteria and measurables on Oracle
• Approve cash transactions
• Approve financial agreements for lease agreements
• Approve cash transactions
• Follow up on approvals e.g. approval by various managers (or reasons why approved by manager if budget exceeded)

 Fleet management

• Manage procurement of vehicles with reference to (amongst other things) – accounting and bookkeeping functions, inclusive of fuel cards

Asset and Risk Management

• Manage full bookkeeping and accounting function (journals, utilisation, deductions, etc.)
• ESS functions: Ensure all information on sub-systems integrate accurately and completely into the ERP system (financial management of assets)
• Cost effectively maintains risk management of office equipment, vehicles and other assets
• Manage the costs of maintenance and insurance to be acceptable within the defined strategy and budget
• Maintain Risk Register

Taxes

• Maintain wear and tear schedule and supporting working papers for income tax submission.

   

Miscellaneous & General

 

•  Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities

Job Requirements

Competencies and Minimum Requirements:

 Knowledge, qualifications and experience

•  Bachelor of Commerce degree (Finance, Accounting or Business Management) or equivalent
• At least 2 years' work experience as an Asset Controller
• Minimum 2-experience in asset controlling and processing, cash management and reconciliations between sub-ledgers and trial balances
• Experience in General administrative processes and risk management practices
• Current tax legislation and regulations
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook
• Experience with Sage X3 and Quickbase beneficial
• Strong problem-solving skills

 

Working Conditions

•  The role typically involves working in an office environment
• Flexibility to work extra hours during peak periods or project deadlines

 

Disability Status

•  This role is suitable for a person with a disability.