Who are we?Sanlam Group Technology is responsible for the provision of a digitally enabled technology service as a group COE, drive business and transformation and provide group-wide digital and data architecture. We operate the various technology platforms and shared services, ensure Cyber and Information Security resilience, and act as technology governance and risk orchestrator for technology across Sanlam.What will you do?This is a Support role to the Finance Department. The role does require a well-balanced individual to navigate between huge amounts of invoices and financial deadlines.Key is to balance the deliverables with the people you have to deliver this and keep them motivated. Zero tolerance for error and absolute necessity for correctness make this a key building block for the Group Finance Team.The role is primarily accountable to ensure that all the financial and accounting data is allocated to the correct groups and that money (including forex and local payments) are processed according to required standard and according to the pre-defined Governance.This person is responsible to communicate to Internal as well as external stakeholders and can have an impact on the Brand of SGT on how we are doing business.What will make you successful in this role?Investigate variances of Expenditure and Recovery between Actuals and Budget and assist Financial ControllerReconciliation of:Permanent headcounts (monthly) between Actuals and BudgetContractor's listing (monthly)Fixed assets (all) and ensuring that assets are loaded onto assets register and reconciled to ensure budgets are correct for the next budget cycleProvide reasons for over / under spend on recon items monthlyFollow-up and obtain approvals from relevant Exco/Manco members on critical time sensitive documents, payments and approvalsAssist with audit queries and provide necessary documentation.Handling of queries dailyContractors Audit ReportingCapturing and Recon of Invoices and JournalJournals for Accruals and Receipt of Goods on PO'sVerify Receipt of GoodsPrioritise and re-prioritise work to meet deadlines due to changesEnsure that processes are drawn up and kept up to date for consistency in delivery.Handling Ad hoc queries or requests from Vendors and ClientsAssist Financial Controller during Budgeting ProcessQualificationMatricPost Matric Financial QualificationExperience2 years experience within the Financial and Accounting environmentProviding support for month end in the Finance environmentIntermediate to Advanced Excel skillsAccounting Principles knowledgeWorking knowledge of SAPKnowledge And SkillsRecording of financial TransactionsReconciliations and query resolutionCompliance with SOP's and SLA'sAuthorisation of transactions within mandatesPersonal AttributesManages conflict - Contributing independentlyDemonstrates self-awareness - Contributing independentlyOptimises work processes - Contributing independentlyAction orientated - Contributing independentlyCore CompetenciesCultivates innovation - Contributing independentlyCustomer focus - Contributing independentlyDrives results - Contributing independentlyCollaborates - Contributing independentlyBeing resilient - Contributing independentlyTurnaround timeThe shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.Closing date: 22 November 2024Our commitment to transformationThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeContractJob functionInformation Technology
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