The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) : Finance Internship 2023
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) : Finance Internship 2023
Closing date: 25 August 2023
Location : Pretoria
About the job:
The CSIR has an internship opportunity within the Account Payable department in the Financial Services portfolio. The incumbent will be responsible to accurately and completely prepare and process financial transactions in line with the CSIR policy, processes, guidelines and legislation for the timeous and correct payment, receipting and accounting of transactions within the required time frames and under pressure to meet deadlines. The position is based in Pretoria.
Key responsibilities:
Valid, accurate and complete processing of financial transactions
Verify correctness of and processing of supplier invoices and ensure accurate processing in terms of approvals (need to comply with CSIR policies and procedures), financial code allocations, VAT requirements, calculations and vendor details.
Process payments and receipts accurately after validation against substantiating documents and ensure the legislative requirements, terms and banking information is correct and the correct account is updated.
Perform reconciliations
Supplier reconciliations need to be prepared on ALL statements received to detect long outstanding amounts for action in order to reduce the risk of loss, improve communication with suppliers and prevent fraud.
Ensure governance, risk and compliance with regards policies, audit queries, supporting documents and SHEQ
Record keeping of all relevant documents in adherence with the CSIR document retention policy and legislative requirements to ensure documents are available when necessary.
Assist internal and external auditors in meeting the audit deadlines by providing the required information ensuring that the supporting documentation is accurate and complete.
Comply with month-end and year-end processes according to the established plan so that transactions, processes, and reports are completed on time.
Inform management of possible risks identified during daily work activities that could result in wastage or misuse of the CSIR resources
Financial service delivery
Follow up and resolve outstanding stakeholder queries (internal and external) or escalate to the Supervisor.
Support finance team
Identify opportunities to improve business processes and to perform duties more efficiently and effectively and communicate these to the management accountant/finance manager.
Create a culture of customer service and continuous improvement.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
A three-year National Diploma in accounting/finance.
Ability to adapt time frames and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and VAT principles.
The ability to pay attention to detail, work under pressure and manage stress.
Knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation, policies and procedures typically relevant in area of responsibility.
Good verbal, written and listening communication skills.
Ability to work/function well within teams.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a sound work ethic.
Time management skills and ability to manage stress.
Good office administration and record keeping skills.
Good time management and planning skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.
For more info, please email us at Recruitment02@csir.co.za Please do-not send applications to this mailbox, it is only for inquiries.
The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the employment Equity Act and will through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from registered credit bureau and/or South African Police Services (in relation to positions that requires trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances) and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualification and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.
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