Financial Accountant
Department:
Location: Mine Health and Safety Council
Employment Type: Permanent
Close Date: 13 May 2026
Job Summary
The incumbent will be responsible
for the keeping of accurate financial records, from initiation of transaction
to the point of trial balance and general ledger, for the MHSC that meet the
requirements of the PFMA.
Requirements
Qualification
Matric
Bookkeeping qualifications
Diploma in Financial Accounting or Accounting
Experience
2-3 years of accounting preferably in a public services organization and
or private sector
Preferred Skills
Ensure all General Ledger accounts are fully reconciled.
Manage the full creditors function up to the reconciliation stage.
Prepare purchase orders (instruction to invoice processing).
Ensure debtors are correctly invoiced and oversee debt collection processes.
Maintain accurate cashbook records for all accounts.
Perform weekly bank reconciliations accurately and timeously.
Manage asset control, including verification and reconciliation processes.
Maintain effective day-to-day communication with the bank.
Resolve bank-related queries involving both debtors and creditors.
Process EFT payments to suppliers (including researchers) in line with approved authorisation, policies, and PFMA requirements.
Monitor budgets for Council and Committees and address variances.
Develop and implement budget guidelines for Council.
Prepare accurate budgets for Council administration (excluding research budgets).
Compile and maintain a complete and accurate audit file.
Provide full support to external auditors during audit processes.
Ensure implementation of activities aligned with the Annual Performance Plan (APP).
Support employee development and performance management processes.
The MHSC is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments will be made in accordance with the MHSC EE Policy. Woman, Coloureds, Indians, Whites and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
MHSC reserves the right not to make an appointment. Should you not hear from us within 3 months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful
Salary
833395.75