Pfma Compliance Specialist (Junior Resource) X5

Our client, one of South Africa's leading state-owned enterprises, is seeking to appoint a Junior Resource in Richards Bay, Kwazulu Natal 09 January 2024 – 31 May 2025 to support their Finance Department with the identification and quantification of PFMA (Public Finance Management Act) violations within their Schedule 2 entities.
If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a solid background in auditing, accounting, and PFMA compliance, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to one of the most critical functions in the public sector.
Key Responsibilities: Payment Verifications & Review: Conduct thorough verifications and reviews of all payments to identify PFMA violations, ensuring compliance with the PFMA and their SCM (Supply Chain Management) policies.
Remedial Plan Actions: Address outstanding actions as stipulated in the PFMA Remedial Plan, contributing to the timely resolution of compliance gaps.
PFMA Compliance Reporting: Assist with reporting and compliance obligations related to PFMA requirements.
Additional PFMA Duties: Perform any other duties as necessary to support the PFMA department's objectives and goals.
Requirements B Accounting Degree (with majors in Auditing and Accounting) or B-Tech Internal Audit.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in PFMA compliance, particularly in relation to Schedule 2 entities Benefits Working Hours: Normal hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30 (inclusive of a 30-minute lunch break).
Extended hours, weekends, and public holidays may be required depending on project demands.
The contract will be driven by the need for services, and the resource may be sent back to their office once the payment verification tasks are complete.