SPECIALIST FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

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The JDA is an agency of the City of Johannesburg which stimulates and supports area-based economic
development initiatives throughout the Johannesburg metropolitan area in support of Joburg 2040. As
development manager of these initiatives, JDA coordinates and manages capital investment and other
programmes involving both public and private sector stakeholders.

NB: This is a re-advertisement, the appointment status was amended from
temporary to permanent, all who applied in 2024, need not apply.

The position is available for an achievement-oriented individual with initiative and a commitment to give
substance to this vision. JDA offers a market related salary commensurate with qualifications and
experience.

SPECIALIST FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT READVERTISEMENT
PERMANENT
SALARY R 700 288 – R 1050 432 (Ref SFA122024)

Purpose of Position: Reporting to the Senior Manager Financial Management, The Specialist
Financial Accountant is responsible for the preparation, development and analysis of financial
information. The incumbent will maintain the accounting system in accordance with standard
operating procedures and internal controls of JDA. The Financial Accountant will work closely
with the SM: FM to prepare various reports to internal and external stakeholders and ensure
continuous improvement to the financial processes in line with best practices. Together with the
SM: FM, the goal is to build capacity in the finance department leveraging technology and cloudbased solutions, provide quality and timeous financial information to the leadership team to inform
strategic decision making.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyse financial statements, including balance
sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring
accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing
insights to support financial planning and decision-making.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company
policies. Assist with internal and external audits.
Cost Analysis: Analyse manufacturing costs and variances, providing recommendations
for cost control and efficiency improvements.
Transaction Processing: Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring
timely and accurate processing of transactions.
Reporting: Generate financial reports for management and stakeholders, highlighting
key financial metrics and trends.
Asset Verification: asset Verification
Other Revenue Processing, ensure all findings raised by the Auditor general and the
internal audit are addressed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Post Graduate Degree in finance/accounting or equivalent (NQF Level 7)

A minimum of 4-6 years relevant experience in Finance Environment •The candidate must
have financial reporting and financial statements preparation experience •extensive
knowledge of PFMA, MFMA, Treasury Regulations • GAAP Reporting skills • Computer
skills (MS Office) • Good research and analytical abilities. • People Management • Project
Management skills. • Financial and Risk Management skills. • Computer literacy at user
level (Ms-Word; PowerPoint; Excel; Project Management; Outlook, etc.).
Extensive SAP knowledge will be an added advantage.
Professional registration with SAICA, SAIPA, ACCA or CIMA.

Closing date: 17 January 2025

Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us
within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using
the following link below:
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1L4D9q1CfSSC-DBBnsmoRIAew554

Click here to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications.