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INDEPENDENT DEVELOPMENT TRUST (IDT)
 
The IDT is a Schedule 2 Public Entity, established as a development management agency. Its primary role is to influence, support and add value to the national agenda. The IDT is mandated to measurably impact on the eradication of poverty and to improve the quality of life of poor, rural and marginalised communities. To assist us in achieving this, we wish to appoint dynamic individuals in the following positions: 
 
 
POST : SENIOR MANAGER: PROJECT ACCOUNTING 
JOB LEVEL : DL 
REGION : NATIONAL OFFICE 
LOCATION : PRETORIA 
DURATION : PERMANENT 
PORTFOLIO : FSU 
 
PURPOSE : To lead and manage the Project Accounting function across the organisation ensuring efficient and effective financial management and reporting for programmes and projects. 
 
REPORTING : GM - Finance 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of the following:  A relevant Bachelors Degree in Finance e.g. B.Com /B.Compt or Equivalent, Completion of Articles of Clerkship with an accredited accounting and/or auditing firm, CA (SA), A minimum of 5 years relevant work experience of which 3 years must have been at a management or senior specialist level within a financial management / accounting environment, Experience in Project Accounting, Great Plains Accounting System and MS project will be an added advantage. 
Competencies:Project Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Financial Ratio Analysis, Accounting Packages, A good knowledge of MS Projects, A good knowledge of FRX, Knowledge of PFMA 
Skills:Planning Skills, Negotiation Skills, Presentation Skills, Analytical Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Observation Skills, Communication Skills, Problem-solving Skills Computer Skills, Contract Interpretation Skills, People Management Skills, MS Project 
 
DUTIES : Programme and projects accounting records maintenance and reconciliation, Programme and project Financial Information Systems (FIS) development and maintenance, Client programme and projects financial reporting management and oversight, Programme payments management and monitoring, Programme funds management, Sub-unit financial management and governance, Sub-unit leadership and management. 
 
Enquiries : HR Consultants at (012) 845 2120/2111/2198 


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The Independent Development Trust is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will enhance the gender and racial representivity of the organisation, in accordance with its equity plan. 
 
Applications must be accompanied by an up-to-date curriculum vitae (including two contactable referees) as well as recently certified copies of all qualifications and the applicant's identity document. 
 
To apply, please forward all CVs to  jobs15@idt.org.za
 
Any questions about the application process may be directed to (012) 845 2000. 
 
Note: Confirmation of appointment will be subject to the applicant undergoing verifications check and confirmation of the applicant's qualifications. It is the responsibility of applicants to have any foreign qualifications verified by the South African Qualifications Authority. The IDT will respond only to shortlisted candidates, who will be interviewed on a date and at a time specified by the IDT. The IDT reserves the right not to appoint anyone to the above post, and to withdraw them, re-advertise them or fill them by way of transfer or deployment if this is considered in the interests of service delivery. 
 
The closing date is 13th September 2019.