No / Fin / Ba / 03 / 11 / 2023 National Office – Budget Accountant

Legal Aid South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Aid South Africa seeks a Budget and Financial Management Officer to provide support in budget preparation and management. The role requires a tertiary qualification in Finance and Accounting and at least three years of management experience. The position is based in Johannesburg and offers a permanent contract with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• At least three years of management experience.
• Knowledge of budgeting, management accounts, PFMA, and Treasury Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and technical support in preparing the annual budget.
• Coordinate the organization's budget activities.
• Produce monthly variance reports and present findings.

Skills

Management

Analytical

Leadership

Project Management

Collaboration

Education

BCom with an Accounting major

Three-year degree/diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Legal Aid SA - Budget and Financial Management Officer

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity and a key contributor to South Africa's constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organization has a presence in all nine provinces and is recognized as a Top Employer SA for fourteen consecutive years.

We offer opportunities for development, career growth, and an inspiring workplace environment. Applications are invited from qualified individuals interested in the position described below.

The appointment is on a permanent basis.

Position Location

The position is based at the Legal Aid SA National Office in Braamfontein, Johannesburg.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide administrative and technical support in preparing the annual budget and Medium-Term Expenditure Framework.
2. Coordinate the organization's budget activities.
3. Develop, manage, and maintain budget templates for distribution to executives.
4. Formulate and review budgeting guidelines aligned with the Strategic Plan.
5. Prepare, review, and consolidate budgets per Cost Centre into departmental, divisional, and organizational budgets, and present them for approval.
6. Capture approved budgets in the financial system and distribute to all offices and departments.
7. Produce monthly variance reports and present findings to executives.
8. Complete and update National Treasury templates, such as Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE).
9. Review and manage the vendor database, approve new vendors, and ensure compliance with B-BBEE policies.
10. Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance.

Person Specification

• A recognized tertiary qualification in Finance and Accounting (e.g., BCom with an Accounting major) or a minimum three-year degree/diploma.
• At least three years of management experience.
• Advanced Excel and business writing skills.
• Experience in strategic planning, monitoring, and reporting.
• Knowledge of budgeting, management accounts, PFMA, and Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge of the King IV Code of Corporate Governance.
• Proficiency in electronic systems and technologies.
• Strong financial, management accounting, and people development skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with executive management and other stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, leadership, and project management skills.

Remuneration

Level 12 (R.00) all-inclusive package per annum.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV demonstrating practical application of the role's responsibilities and competencies by close of business on 21 November. Quote reference NO / FIN / BA / 03 / 11 / in the subject line or apply online to Morwesi Tsotetsi, Tel: [contact details].