Internal Control Officer

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The Internal Control Officer is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring financial control systems to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency. This role plays a crucial part in safeguarding financial integrity and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

• Ensuring financial processes are operating securely and complying with regulations.
• Reducing risks related to fraud and inefficiencies.

• Identifying financial vulnerabilities and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Strengthening financial stability and regulatory adherence.
• Maintaining the Finance Risk register.

• Maintaining adherence to PFMA regulations and GRAP standards.
• Preventing legal and financial penalties.

• Detecting anomalies and preventing fraudulent activities.
• Enhancing operational efficiency and financial security.

• Improving reporting accuracy and strengthening control frameworks.
• Strengthening cross-functional financial governance.

• Providing necessary documentation to auditors and ensuring smooth audit processes.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and financial integrity.
• Verifying financial accuracy and ensuring adherence to policies.
• Improving transparency and accountability in financial reporting.

• Analytical Thinking.
• Attention to Detail.
• Problem-Solving Skills.
• Leadership & Influence.
• Adaptability & Resilience.

• Grade 12; and
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Professional membership CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA, CPA or CIA.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Internal Control or similar environment.
• Proven experience in Finance, internal auditing, risk management, or compliance role.
• Strong knowledge of PFMA, GRAP and internal control frameworks.
• Understanding of financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding compliance requirements related to grants funding.
• Understanding financial controls for research projects.
• Identifying financial risks associated with finance, procurement, and operational spend.
• Understanding financial aspects of research projects, including cost allocation and expenditure tracking.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.

All appointments are subject to positive vetting results.

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