Finance Graduate

Fais Ombud; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An equal opportunity employer in South Africa seeks Graduate Trainees for a structured program aimed at nurturing competent entrants into the financial sector. This 12-month program offers practical experience in various tasks, including financial administration and audit support. Ideal candidates are South African citizens with a Diploma or Degree in Accounting and a passion for public service. Applications are due by 21 October.

Qualifications

• South African citizen with a valid South African Identity document.
• Passion for public service and an interest in the Financial Sector.
• Strong academic background.
• Energetic, self-driven, and deadline-driven.
• Must be computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Capture and process journals, cashbooks, invoices.
• Assist with reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
• Support weekly supplier payment runs.
• Assist with the preparation of audit files.
• Provide financial insights and assistance to internal departments.

Skills

Professional conduct and workplace etiquette

Stakeholder engagement and relationship management

Effective communication skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Analytical thinking and problem-solving

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Accounting (NQF 6 / NQF 7)

Job description

In order to discharge its mandate, the FAIS Ombud seeks to appoint Graduate Trainees as part of the Graduate Recruitment Programme.

This is a structured programme specifically designed to produce a pipeline of competent trainee entrants to the labour market. Duration - The duration of the Programme is twelve months. Roll-out of the Programme : Recommended candidates will be given an opportunity to learn under a dedicated mentor.

Graduates will be assigned to the Finance Department and exposed to various competency-based training.

Benefits of the programme

• Professional conduct and workplace etiquette
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Effective communication skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving

Key Performance Areas

• Financial Administration : Capture and process journals, cashbooks, invoices, petty cash, maintain the fixed asset register, and ensure proper filing of financial records.
• Reconciliations : Assist with reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, creditors, study advances, and age analysis.
• Payment Run : Support weekly supplier payment runs and ensure timely processing.
• Audit Support : Assist with the preparation of audit files, schedules, and audit documents for internal and external auditors.
• Stakeholder Support : Provide financial insights and assistance to internal departments.

Requirements for the application

• South African citizen with a valid South African Identity document.
• National Diploma or Degree in Accounting (NQF 6 / NQF 7).
• Passion for public service and an interest / desire to work in the Financial Sector.
• Strong academic background.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment, willing to learn and work extra hours.
• Energetic, self-driven, and deadline-driven.
• Must be computer literate.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates and that the FIAS Ombud reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified. Recommended candidates will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which may include security screening and verification of credentials.

FAIS OMBUD is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles contained in its Employment Equity Policy.

Interested applicants can apply for the position at by 21 October.

Inquiries may be directed to Livhuwani Thavhanyedza.