Financial Officer

9 Month Contract 1 Overall Role Purpose To ensure the efficient, timely and accurate input of invoices including registration of receipts and payments, reconciliation of used car sales invoices, bank reconciliations , VAT reconciliations & accounts payable SOA and reporting requirements. 2 Main Tasks and Responsibilities Registers supplier invoices and employee expense claims in EXACT and non-supplier related invoices in NOLS Maintains, creates and reviews data quality reports for all processes within area of responsibility. Reviews all vendor invoices and follows up on approval when required. Registers bank receipts and payments. Prepares bank reconciliation of all bank accounts Reconciles AP ledgers and supplier SOA Assists in the monthly/quarterly/semi annual/annual reporting requirements (i.e., ICF, ICFR, Shareholder reports) Assists in the monthly VAT reconciliation process Assists in the internal and external audit process including ICV review activities Reconciles used car sales invoices against reciepts Financial Officer Reliever 3 Functional Skills Expert knowledge Description Level¹ Type Analytical skills To efficiently analyze financial information and be able to identify any discrepancies on financial ledgers and invoices. Proficient Required Eye for Detail Having the ability to compile a lot of information and interpret the same on a regular basis Proficient Required Accounting Principles & MS Office Having good math skills to utilize daily. The ideal candidate should have sound knowledge of accounting principles Proficient Required ERP knowledge An ERP system selection methodology is a formal process for selecting an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Good knowledge of accounting software Proficient Required Relationship Management Strong relationship management skills and good working relationship with line managers and the team Advanced Desired Numerically Competent The incumbent should have the love for numbers and being quick in responses Proficient Required Communication Skills Excellent communication skills both verbal and written required communicating with upper management as well as other employees within an organization Advanced Required Time Management The act or process of planning and exercising conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities, especially to increase effectiveness, efficiency or productivity Proficient Required Team Player To be able to work in a team Advanced Required Legend for Levels: Novice: Have exposure to skill with no real application of skill / Understand fundamental concepts associated with skill Advanced: Can apply skill to complete work with direct in and guidance / Explains key concepts associated with skill to others Proficient: Can apply skill to complete work unassisted / Can assist others completing work requiring this skill / Can make improvement recommendations based on knowledge in this area Expert: Recognised as a source of knowledge in this area outside immediate team / Can lead a work effort requiring the application of this skill