Assistant Accountant (P002926)

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION To provide appropriate support to the Manager/s and his/her management team of the assigned Organisation Unit/s (OU's) in the field of Financial Planning and Financial Management in accordance with NWU requirements, policies, guidelines and procedures. To fulfil the Financial Planning functions for the assigned Organisation Unit/s (OU's). To support the Accountant in fulfilling his/her tasks. To stand in (act as Deputy) for the Accountant in his/her absence. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Management and leadership Take co-ownership with the Accountant for the Financial Planning functions and processes for assigned portfolio/s. Act in the Accountant/Assistant Accountant role in their absence. Financial planning and budgeting Participate in the budget planning process. Assist the Accountant with the management and coordination of the annual budget process of the assigned portfolio/s. Assist the OU manager with the preparation and input of the annual budget on OU level. Assist the project manager in the OU with the preparation of project budgets, including the adherence to the NWU financial policy and guidelines. Collect input that can assist Accountant with the financial implications and consequences of strategic decisions and formulation of business strategies (integrated planning function) to assist the Executive Manager and his/her management team. Financial analysis, evaluation and reporting Prepare a financial report for the assigned OU's. The report needs to include (but not limited to) information on the following: subsidy, tuition fees, external funding, sundry debtors and variance analysis. Discuss the financial report with the Manager/management team. Assist the Accountant with the preparation of the consolidated financial report for the assigned Division/Faculty. Prepare and submit financial reports requested from external parties. Financial control and risk management For assigned Organisation Unit/s (OU's): Keep abreast of changes in NWU financial policies and guidelines and give advice on the interpretation thereof. Fulfil the KFS Fiscal Officer role. Prepare all the relevant reconciliations done in the department as part of the financial control function. Assist manager with the financial aspects of all external contracts, including sundry debtor's management. Assist in the control of physical assets. Assist in the evaluation of the financial internal controls and the effectiveness of the processes and procedures in the assigned portfolio/s and seek and implement improved internal controls, processes and procedures. Identify any irregularities and risks and report it to the relevant role players. Ad hoc assignments Office administration. Personal development. Delivering of other financial planning and -management task from time to time in coordination with the Director of Financial Planning. Minimum requirements A bachelor of commerce in Accounting 3 or Management Accounting 3 (NQF Level 7). A minimum of three (3) years' experience in Financial/Management accounting in a medium to large size organizational environment. A minimum of three (3) years' experience working with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, KFS. KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Proven knowledge of management and general financial principles. Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and Power Point). Intermediate to advance proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Demonstration of language proficiency to function optimally in the various functionally multilingual environments of the NWU. Must be able to handle interruptions and changes (Ability to multi-task and still function effectively under pressure). Good communication, written and numeracy skills. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: An ability to interact successfully with individuals from a wide range of professional and non-professional backgrounds, including internal and external clients. A commitment to the provision of excellent client service in a cross-cultural environment. Ability to work accurately and to deadline with minimal supervision. Ability to work effectively in a team. Ability to strictly enforce policy and procedures. Deadline:12th October,2026