SAIPA Vacancies

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Corporate legal Manager

Position	Corporate legal Manager
Department	Operations
Reporting to:	Chief Operations Executive
Contract	Permanent
LOCATION	Midrand

Key Purpose

To strategically lead, direct and control the provision of an effective and comprehensive Corporate Legal Service to the Board, Chief Executive, Chief Operations Executive, Chief Financial Officer and MANCO, by developing and implementing the strategies, policies, frameworks, systems, processes and procedures.
To ensure that all services of SAIPA have the necessary quality legal advice and representation to support the provision of their service; to enable SAIPA to meet its objectives and act within the law and to protects
the interests of SAIPA.

External Environment

The Corporate Legal Manager is accountable for the promotion and implementation of an integrated Legal and Contracts approach in SAIPA.
Active involvement in legislative law making processes at National and Provincial levels on laws that may affect the accountancy profession and representation and participation in various Forums (such as IFAC, PAFA etc.) that may have a legislative impact on the accountancy profession, is required from the incumbent.
This role is further tasked with the appointment of Legal Firms to the SAIPA database to ensure centrally negotiated rates, standards and conditions of service delivery.
Work with various executive structures and stakeholders, including the Board, Board Committees, the Chief Executive, the Chief Financial Officer, the Chief Operations Officer and MANCO.
Internal Environment

Develop and oversee a standardised strategy, frameworks, policy, procedure, standard for SAIPA and to provide guidelines for the implementation thereof.
effectively utilise available technology to ensure streamlined and efficient processes.
Legal and Contract Strategy, Approach and Implementation within SAIPA:

Strategically integrate the legal and contract support services within SAIPA;
To establish a legal framework within which SAIPA should operate;
To establish a contract management framework/policy within which SAIPA should operate;
Maintain and review an effective system of delegations to the Board, Chief Executive, Chief Operations Executive, Chief Financial Officer, MANCO and staff.
Financial Management:

Plan, monitor and control the Unit’s annual operating budget so that spending is in line with SAIPA requirements;
Comply with internal SAIPA policies and procedure regarding procurement of goods and services;
Source BEE/ SMME suppliers and monitor procurement spent;
Support the optimisation of value obtained from investments in Contracts.
Implement best practice examples for functional effectiveness and efficiencies.
Professional and Sound Advice:

Provide immediate and ongoing legal advice to the Board and the Chief Executive, the Chief Operations Executive, the Chief Financial Officer, MANCO and staff on any potential legal risk for SAIPA.
Advise the Board and the Chief Executive, the Chief Operations Executive, the Chief Financial Officer immediately of any decision or action which may expose SAIPA to risk and recommend and advice on the best legal strategy to protect the SAIPAs interest;
Comment on new bills and legislation and report on the implications of such bills and legislation to the Board, the Chief Executive, the Chief Operations Executive, the Chief Financial Officer and MANCO;
Ensure that all actions and decisions of the Board and decision makers are legal, valid and in accordance with the legal framework of SAIPA, by providing legal opinions and advice to the Board the Chief Executive, the Chief Operations Executive, the Chief Financial Officer, MANCO and departments, commenting on all reports and attending of meetings;
Management of Legal and Litigation Processes:

Initiate, defend and/or settle litigation on behalf of SAIPA;
Ensure that litigation against SAIPA is properly managed in the best interest of SAIPA, by reporting major cases instituted against SAIPA, monitoring the performance of external legal advisors, recommending legal strategy to the Board and MANCO in priority cases and managing legal costs down;
Management of Contract Support Processes:

Develop, manage and review a Contract Management Framework/Policy to ensure a legal, commercially sound, risk adverse, effective and efficient contracts and contract management environment;
Ensure the negotiation, drafting and/or vetting of contracts in accordance with the Contract Management Framework/Policy;
Review identified contracts to ensure that they are legal, commercially sound, risk adverse, effective and efficient.
Stakeholder Relationship Management

Build relationships with management and other stakeholders so that an understanding is created of their requirements and these are incorporated into the strategic planning of the departments.
Ensure a pro-active legal service, through the provision of training to departments on identified subjects, alerting departments of new developments in law and informing departments of new Acts.
Ensure the strategic leadership and provision of an effective Board and Sub-committee Support Service

Ensure a well-planned and effectively implemented Board and Sub-committee programme and agenda.
Render strategic and operational support to the Board and the sub-committees.
Monitor and track the implementation of decisions of the Broad and Sub-committees.
Responsible for the management and administrative capacity around the Board and Sub-committee systems and processes.
Intelligent interpretation of content to ensure minutes are meaningful and accurate.
Ensure a functional and secure Board and Sub-committee document and information management and communication system.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualification

LLB or equivalent Law Degree (LLM preferred).
Admitted as an attorney or advocate to the bar.
Experience

Minimum 10 (ten) years knowledge and practical experience in legal advisory services.
Minimum 5 (five) years of management and leadership experience.
Minimum 5 (five) years demonstratable legislative and regulatory compliance experience.
Knowledge of NPO sector advantageous.
Broad risk management (including regulatory and compliance) and corporate governance experience and promoting ethical practices within the organisation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate at various levels.
Analytical mindset with a consistent application of sound judgment.
Closing Date: 27 September 2024

To apply, please send your CV to careers@saipa.co.za

Executive Assistant

Position	Executive Assistant
Department	Executive Office
Reporting to:	Chief Executive
Contract	Permanent
LOCATION	Midrand

Key Purpose

The Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive is expected to always use initiative and independent thinking in contributing to the effective management of the Chief Executive’s office, ensuring that he/ she at all times acts in accordance with the institute’s vision, mission and values.
Undertake and ensuing that all administrative duties are performed at the highest standard with respect to the Chief Executive’s office administration, control environment, compliance, meeting and travel arrangement as well as minute taking, meeting packs preparation and various report writing. Project the company’s image and reputation through effective and efficient management of the office of CE.

General Office Assistance
The Executive Assistant renders secretarial, systems control, compliance, administrative and related services in support of the Chief Executive, to ensure that the highest possible best practise standards are maintained in the CE’S office. The Executive Assistant will interact with staff (at all levels including the Board) in a fast-paced environment, and from time to time under pressure, while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Be a vital part of the Chief Executives day to day business and organise most of his / her entire office management.

Perform general executive secretarial duties.
Ensure efficient, effective and professional administration of the CE’s office, which includes:
Monitoring and Screening of phone calls
Screening enquiries and requests from Board Members, other Executives, Staff Members as well as external requests
Acting as the link between the Chief Executive and all Staff Members and Executives
Stakeholder Engagements
Processing incoming and outgoing correspondence via email, fax and post. This includes:
Producing documents
Briefing notes and presentations
Drafting letters
Post mail and drafting emails
Printing and copying
Update contact list for the Chief Executive Department.
Compiling and drafting letters and memoranda.
Screen calls, take and relay accurate and timely messages from telephone callers, and answer queries where appropriate.
Management of all mail addressed to the CEO.
Management of stationery and other relevant requirements for the Chief Executive Department.
Provide quarterly updated stakeholder lists and requirements to Marketing in order for them to maintain stakeholder’s contact list.
Management of the CE personal affairs.
Calendar Management, organizing and maintaining the Chief Executives Calendar, scheduling appointments and meetings, keeping track of travels and prioritize important meetings. This includes both local and international business as well as booking of restaurants for breakfast, lunches and dinners.
Extensive email management as well as attends to e-mails where appropriate.
Assist the CE to manage his output, workflow processes and office deadlines.
Draft, type and dispatch all the CE’s correspondence.
Liaise with Company Secretary to ensure that reports for Board and its Committees are timeous and relevant.
Management of the Chief Executive’s office logistics and infrastructure and that it is all times neat and tidy
Office filing management.
Meeting Administration
The output for this is to assist the CE to manage and facilitate his calendar to ensure optimal use of time, by organizing travels, trips and meetings in an efficient and reliable manner. By being the one person that the Chief Executive can rely on, he / she can request information from and utilize her / his HR03-V1 organization and planning skills.

Coordinate all local business travel (always ensuring that this is done from a cost savings perspective for the institute and in compliance with the travel policy) for the following:
Chairman
Chief Executive
The SAIPA Executive Team
All SAIPA Staff Members
All International travel for the organization
All Projects that are undertaken
The travel includes the following:
Flights
Car Hire
Accommodation (including meals)
Transfers
Management and Facilitation of the CE annual roadshow to all Regions and Districts re their Annual Members Meetings (AMM) and relevant engagements.
Attending to all international travel (always ensuring that this is done from a cost savings perspective for the institute, and in line with the travel policy) for the following:
The SAIPA Chairman
The SAIPA Chief Executive
The SAIPA Executive Team
The international travel includes the following:
Visa’s
Flights
Transfers
Accommodation
Travel Insurance
Calculation of subsistence allowance in line with the SAIPA policy and the SARS guide.
Registration for all local and international conferences for the Chairman and the Chie Executive.
Liaise with relevant individuals, Board members, external organisations etc. locally and internationally to arrange meetings, prepare agendas, etc.
Prepare the Chief Executive’s meeting files for all internal and Board Committee Meetings.
Assist the Company Secretary with the compilation of Board and its Committees meeting packs from the Chief Executive office perspective.
Keeping and updating a list of all meetings requests.
Prepare agendas for the scheduled Executive Management (MANCO) meetings.
Arrange venue and electronic recording facilities for for outside meetings.
Arranging catering for all committee meeting, and Executive Office meetings.
Coordinating ad hock meetings as requested.
Assists in coordinating the agendas of ManCo meetings, off site (ad hoc) meetings and staff meetings.
Taking minutes for ManCo-, Staff- and any ad hoc meetings. Editing such minutes and timeously distributing approved minutes and supporting documentation to relevant committee members.
Assist and support the Chief Executive with the Forum of Accounting Bodies (FAB) meetings.
Financial
Administration of purchase orders for the Executive Department.
Administration of all travel purchase orders for the institute excluding CPD.
Executive Office petty cash management.
Keep log of CE travel and accommodation cost.
Tabulate and retrieve CE’s official expenditures and claims.
Preparing and submitting the CE’s travel, subsistence and entertainment claims.
Ordering of subsistence allowance (foreign currency) in line with the stipulated SARS rates and company policy.
Prepare claim sheet and travel claims for the Chief Executive for ExCo approval, when attending outside meetings.
Perform any other duty as and when required by the CE.
Manage and reconcile the SAIPA credit card within the organisation.
Table relevant departments purchase orders to the Chief Executive for signature, in accordance with the delegation of authority manual.
Assist and support the CE with the Budget of its office.
Assist with the monthly monitoring of the Budget vs Actual reconciliation.
HR Support
HR and Payroll Administration
Secondary approval of leave
Monthly payroll checking and confirmation
Salary communications to staff as per the Chief Executive
Preparation of Staff increment and bonus letter
Legal
Organise and oversight of all original contracts for the office of CE
Contract scrutiny
Chief Operations Officers
Assume Personal Assistant Duties for the Chief Operation Officer
Minimum Requirements

Qualification:

Matric Certificate
Secretarial Diploma
Experience:

At least 10 years’ experience in Executive Assistant role working in a senior executive manager office.
Possess excellent spoken and written communication skill and with proven ability to present at high level stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
Closing Date: 27 September 2024

To apply, please send your CV to careers@saipa.co.za

Senior Human Resource Business Partner

Position	Senior Human Resource Business Partner
Department	Operations
Reporting to:	Chief Operations Executive
Contract	Permanent
LOCATION	Midrand

Key Purpose

Responsible for overseeing and managing the delivery of high-quality HR services and support in SAIPA in that they will develop and implement the HR strategies and policies for legal compliance, associate relations, organizational development, employee compensation, and benefit programs, other technical HR programs. Moreover, the senior HR business partner is responsible for handling the HR programmes and plans and making sure they align with the business goals. Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations to HR executives about building a better HR department, so they can leverage a range of options.

Strategic HR Leadership:

Work closely with executive leadership to develop and implement strategic plans that align with the organization’s goals and objectives.
Provide strategic direction and guidance to the HR team, aligning human resources initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
Oversee the execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring timely completion and alignment with established objectives.
Identify growth opportunities, assess risks, and develop strategies to drive business success.
Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and industry developments to proactively identify opportunities and challenges.
Execution of end to end HR Service Offering:

Talent Acquisition and Management:

Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring the acquisition of top-tier talent that matches the company’s needs.
Develop strategies for talent retention and succession planning.
Oversee employee documentation and files are up to date.
Oversee safe keeping of Employment Contracts and related documents.
Performance Management:

Oversee performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and development plans.
Provide guidance to managers in addressing performance-related matters.
Employee Relations:

Manage employee relations issues, ensuring a fair and respectful work environment.
Address conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary matters in compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
Lead and drive the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with SAIPA’s policies and procedures.
Training and Development:

Oversee the training plan, design training programs, and facilitate learning opportunities to enhance employee skills and career growth.
Compensation and Benefits:

Collaborate with the compensation team to design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain talent.
Diversity and Inclusion:

Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, promoting a diverse workforce and an inclusive work culture.
Organisational Design and Change Management:

Lead HR-related change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during organisational changes.
Lead organisational structure design initiatives and ensure effective delivery of this service across SAIPA.
Identify and design interventions in instances where the might be interruptions in the business
HR Service Delivery:

Develop and implement strategies and processes to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of HR services across the organisation.
Oversee the HR service support team and ensure timely and accurate resolution of employee inquiries, requests, and issues using an SLA in order to measure HR service delivery.
Establish service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of HR service delivery.
Continuously assess and improve HR service delivery processes, leveraging technology and automation where applicable.
Employee Support:

Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and programs.
Address complex or sensitive employee issues, such as performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee grievances.
Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations in all HR service support activities.
Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and programs.
Address complex or sensitive employee issues, such as performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee grievances.
Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations in all HR service support activities.
Stakeholder Management and Relations:

Cultivate strategic partnerships and collaborations with relevant institutions.
Build and maintain relationships with all SAIPA business units for the purposes of expectations management and knowledge sharing.
Provide advocacy on matters related to Employee Relations, Health and Wellness to empower the SAIPA internal stakeholders to make informed decisions.
Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
Convene and attend meetings and present findings and business cases to relevant stakeholders when required.
Implement timeous communication on progress and challenges in achieving the operational work plans to impact stakeholders.
Attend industry related forums, conferences, and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement.
Governance, Risk and Compliance:

Facilitate and oversee the development and monitoring of policies, standard operating procedures, systems and controls.
Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
Prepare and present reports for submission to the SAIPA Management/Executives and Board committees and other stakeholders.
Facilitate and oversee the development and monitoring of policies, standard operating procedures, systems and controls.
Lead the conceptualizing of the unit’s risk register.
Ensure the mitigation of the business units’ risk profile.
Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.
Lead and ensure effective support in the provision of evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
Lead and drive the maintenance and enforcement of all Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.
Ensure adherence in the divisional team to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.
Budget and Financial Management:

Develop and management of the budget of the Division by ensuring financial stability within the Division and ensure expenditure is in line with budget requirements.
Ensure expenditure is in line with budget requirements.
Monitoring financial control, budget management and the procurement process to ensure compliance.
Reduce expenditure through effective cost control measures.
Set, establish goals for budget adherence and controls for relevant area and establish best practice principles in process and application.
Minimum Requirements

Qualification:

Bachelor’s Degree / BTech in Human Resource Management / Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or any relevant qualification.
A Postgraduate Master’s qualification will be an added advantage.
Experience:

8-12 years of progressive Human Resource Generalist experience.
5-8 years’ experience in HR service delivery or HR operations.
5-8 years in HR of which in a managerial level.
5-8 years’ experience partnering with a wide network of clients and across the business to deliver effective business solutions.
5-8 years’ experience in partnering and influencing executives.
Closing Date: 27 September 2024

To apply, please send your CV to careers@saipa.co.za

Accountant

Our Accounting Firm is looking for a highly motivated and deadline driven Accountant, to join our team at our Office in Faerie Glen, Pretoria (Gauteng).
This role is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in finance and operational aspects of a variety of growing entities.

Responsibilities and daily Duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Keeping accurate financial records and reconciliations of key accounts
• Preparing and balancing of the bank reconciliations, suppliers and customers.
• Propose and implement financial best practices
• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and laws
• Support and prepare for the Annual Financial Statements, Trust Audits and BEE Audits
• Create additional analyses and reports as requested

Assist accounting team with relevant queries and assistance with daily tasks, where required. Also ensuring that all deadlines of the team are accurately met and checking of work done

Required skills and qualifications:

• SAIPA (preferred), or Bachelor’s degree/Advanced Diploma in Accounting
• 2 Years’ experience as an accountant (articles also counts as experience) as a minimum
• Strong Excel skills and knowledge of Pastel and / or SAGE Accounting, XERO Accounting and QuickBooks Accounting
• Good leadership and communication skills demonstrated on application
• Own transportation
• Deadline driven

Should you have the necessary experience and feel that your skills are ideal for the position, kindly forward your CV and a cover letter to the following email address –

Mariaan Lubbe (mariaan@sasinc.co.za)

Salary – dependant on qualifications / market related

CLOSING DATE: 31 August 2024

Dobeyn Accounting Solutions CC – Trainee Accountant

Requirements

1. ID/Driver’s License
2. Matric Certificate
3. CV
4. Academic transcripts

Email applications to info@dobeyn.co.za

Accounting and Tax Manager – SAIPA

This role is to provide leadership to the accounting  team and to ensure that the function operates efficiently, effectively and within legislative guidelines
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in establishing the strategic direction of the office and manage the team by ensuring that they align with the vision, mission, and strategic objectives of the firm.
• Establish strong client relationships by understanding and anticipating their needs and striving to exceed their expectations and proactively identify business opportunities.
• Identify revenue growth opportunities and cost-effective services.
• Provide training and development as well as managing teams’ performance.
• Implement a culture of performance management.
• Enhance and maintain employee motivation.
• Setting office revenue targets and ensuring that the target are met
• Conduct performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective action where necessary.
• Develop a strategic plan in accordance with the company objectives. 

Qualifications

• Accounting degree
• 2 years working experience in a management or supervisory role.
• 5 years working experience in an accounting firm
• Professional accountant registered with SAIPA
• Good working knowledge and understanding of ISA, IFRS, GRAP, MFMA, PFMA and the PAA (non-negotiable requirements).
• Proficiency with computers especially bookkeeping software i.e. (Sage One, Pastel, Draft Worx, CaseWare) and MS Office

Email: umitha@value-able.co.za

Click here to apply

All the best with your applications.