External Vacancy: Fixed Assets Accountant (FAA 0525)

An exciting position has become available at our Head Office in Cape Town. Suitably qualified applicants who possess the requirements listed below are encouraged to apply. SAMWUMED is committed to transformation in Southern Africa.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Responsible for ensuring that all Scheme assets are maintained and recorded in a fixed asset register accurately and in accordance with accounting standards and fixed asset management policies and procedures.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS WILL INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Receive and reviews the accuracy of fixed assets as per procured requirements.
• Calculate, revise and update depreciation of fixed assets.
• Review condition of fixed assets for recommendation for disposal to management.
• Ensure that all fixed assets are insured for any risky eventuality.
• Safekeeping of all fixed assets.
• Tracking of Scheme expenditure of fixed assets against approved budget.
• Reconciliation of fixed assets module to the general ledger.
• Conduct periodic physical counts of fixed asset.
• Prepare and collaborate with auditors as related to fixed assets.
• Coordinate the valuation and impairment testing of all fixed assets.
• Create and monitor systems control procedures as relates to fixed assets.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• National diploma in Accounting/Auditing or a NQF level 6 equivalent qualification.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Auditing will be an advantage.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in fixed asset management.
• Knowledge of financial regulatory standards (e.g. IFRS 16)
• Experience and knowledge of fixed asset write-off versus sale of assets.
• Strong/intermediate knowledge of MS Excel
• Knowledge of a financial accounting system. SAGE 300 will be an advantage

COMPETENCIES

• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Being flexible and resilient
• Agile and adaptable to be able to work in a fast pace and pressurized environment.
• Professional and solution focused.
• Accountable, responsible and ownership approach.
• Organised and attentive to detail.
• Excellent Communication both written and verbal.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including high ethical standards.
• Ability to take initiative and be proactive.

Persons interested in applying for the above position are requested to forward a comprehensive CV recruitment@samwumed.org. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Closing date for applications is Tuesday, 6 May 2025

The Scheme reserves the right not to make an appointment. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

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