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ITHALA DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION
 

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GROUP COMPANY SECRETARY: EU 
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL 
Salary per month: R142468.00 (TCTC) 
OFFICE OF THE GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE 
ITHALA TRADE CENTRE 
REFERENCE NUMBER: LJ23179 
Reporting to the Group Chief Executive, the incumbent provides the overall responsibility for the Company Secretarial role, including the compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act and related legislation; as well as advising the Group Board, Subsidiaries and Executive Management in all relevant areas of compliance such as good corporate governance and ethics. 
 
The successful candidate’s responsibilities will be to: 
  • Ensure that procedures for the appointment of directors are adhered to. 
  • Manage the orientation of new Board members. 
  • Advise and guide Board members on their fiduciary duties and responsibilities. 
  • Assist in the agreeing upon and implementation of evaluating Board effectiveness on an annual basis. 
  • Identify and facilitate required training needs based on Board performance evaluations. 
  • Ensure unhindered access to information by all Board and Committee members in order to allow for the effective contribution to Board and Committee discussions and decisions by all members. 
  • Contribute to the compilation of the annual report. 
  • Ensure that there is insurance cover for all Directors and Officers liability. 
  • Identify and evaluate new corporate governance developments in order to assess the impact of such and advise Directors and Management of their implications. 
  • Ensure that all Directors are aware of legislative and regulatory requirements relevant to the Board and Committees on which they service. 
  • Provide support to Executives on a daily basis on issues of governance. 
  • Maintain delegated powers of authority. 
  • Maintain statutory registers and records of all companies. 
  • Lodge all appropriate forms and annual returns with the Commission for Intellectual Property & Companies (CIPC) for the payment of statutory fees. 
  • Ensure that the Group Annual Calendar is efficiently planned in order to avoid clashes, and facilitate decision-making in terms of PFMA reporting frameworks, for all Directors and Executives within the group. 
  • Design and implement programmes and interventions to ensure the continuous improvement of Secretariat Business processes and systems in line with industry best practice. 
  • Prepare for Annual General meetings and management of Shareholders and Stakeholder interface leading to the AGM. 
  • Ensure that Directors fees are paid according to the approved remuneration framework. 
  • Lead the development of the Business Units budgets in accordance with IDFC’s budget policy and regulations. 
  • Direct and control the key performance indicators and outcome of personnel and processes within the Business Unit. 
 
The following minimum requirements should be met in order to be considered: 
  • Matric
  • B Degree in Law/ Finance, CIS, or related qualification. 
  • Post graduate qualification would be advantageous. 
 
EXPERIENCE
  • 7 years relevant experience, 3 of which should be at a Company Secretariat level.
 
Requisite Functional Competencies 
  • Computer Literacy 
  • Knowledge and experience in financial planning and forecasting 
  • Knowledge and understanding of Public Financial Management Act 
  • Knowledge of corporate governance principals 
  • Knowledge of risk management concepts, frameworks and methodology 
  • Working knowledge of legislative requirements relation to Company Administration 
 
All short-listed applicants will be subjected to assessments, references and credit checks. 
 
ITHALA EMBRACES THE PRINCIPLES OF THE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT 
PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AFRICAN MALE, AFRICAN FEMALE OR COLOURED FEMALE 
 
CLOSING DATE: 30 SEPTEMBER 2024 
 
INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST FORWARD A DETAILED CV; CERTIFIED COPIES OF QUALIFICATIONS AND ID DOCUMENT BY E-MAIL TO HR_recruitment5@ithala.co.za.
KINDLY ALSO INCLUDE A MOTIVATION OF HOW YOU MEET EACH OF THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS LISTED ABOVE AND QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER FOR THE POSITION. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: 
  • LATE APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATIONS WITH NO REFERENCE NUMBER WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 
  • E-MAIL USERS ARE REQUESTED TO SET THE DELIVERY OPTION ON BOTH “RETURN RECEIPT” AND “CONFIRM DELIVERY”. 
  • CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES. 
  • ALL SHORT-LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE SUBJECTED TO ASSESSMENTS, REFERENCE AND CREDIT CHECKS. 
  • IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN 3 MONTHS OF CLOSING DATE OF THE ADVERTISEMENT, PLEASE ACCEPT THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL.







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RE - ADVERTISEMENT 
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT: D2 
SALARY PER MONTH: R81 880.00 TCTC 
GROUP FINANCE 
ITHALA TRADE CENTRE 
REFERENCE NUMBER: LJ23153 
Reporting to the Manager: Performance Monitoring & Reporting, the Senior Accountant will manage and control accounting systems for monthly management reports and control staff output in this regard. 
 
The Senior Accountant will: 
  • Prepare consolidated annual financial statements in line with IFRS and compliance of PFMA and other applicable legislation. 
  • Manage fixed asset register, ensuring correct financial control over fixed assets. 
  • Prepare various monthly and quarterly financial reports as per the set deadlines. 
  • Maintain, plan and control data input. 
  • Run Ledgers and Trial Balance reports. 
  • Review allocated general ledger accounts and bank accounts to ensure completeness, accuracy, and validity of recorded transactions. 
  • Review and approve reconciliations for allocated General Ledger accounts and bank accounts prepared by subordinates. 
  • Control and administer electronic payments system (BI Online). 
  • Assist with preparation of annual budget and estimates. 
  • Liaise with external auditors as and when necessary. 
  • Manage sundry debtors. 
  • Manage human capital through effective performance management and employee development and empowerment related to direct subordinates. 
 
The following minimum requirements should be met to be considered: 
Qualifications:
  • BCom Accounting (Honours). 
  • Chartered Accountant (CA) (SA). 
  • SAICA membership. 
 
Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years accounting experience in compilation of consolidated annual financial statements. 
 
Requisite Functional Competencies: 
  • Up to date knowledge of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) 
  • Good understanding of fundamental accounting principles. 
  • Knowledge of Financial Policies and Procedures. 
  • Knowledge of Accounting and General Ledger systems. 
  • Knowledge of Computerised Financial Systems. 
  • Understanding of JDE. 
  • Understanding of CaseWare. 
  • Knowledge in working with spreadsheets. 
  • Budgeting knowledge. 
  • Good understanding of PFMA 
  • Knowledge and experience in MS Office packages. 
  • Good verbal and writing communication skills. 
  • Good interpersonal skills. 
  • Good time management skills. 
  • Report Writing Skills. 
  • Human Resources Management. 
 
 
All Short-listed applicants will be subjected to assessments, references, and credit checks. 
 
ITHALA EMBRACES THE PRINCIPLES OF THE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT 
PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AFRICAN FEMALE, WHITE FEMALE OR INDIAN MALE. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 27 September 2024 
 
INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST FORWARD A DETAILED CV; CERTIFIED COPIES OF QUALIFICATIONS AND ID DOCUMENT BY E-MAIL TO HR_recruitment9@ithala.co.za.
KINDLY ALSO INCLUDE A MOTIVATION OF HOW YOU MEET EACH OF THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS LISTED ABOVE AND QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER FOR THE POSITION. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: 
  • LATE APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATIONS WITH NO REFERENCE NUMBER WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 
  • E-MAIL USERS ARE REQUESTED TO SET THE DELIVERY OPTION ON BOTH “RETURN RECEIPT” AND “CONFIRM DELIVERY”. 
  • CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES. ALL SHORT-LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE SUBJECTED TO ASSESSMENTS, REFERENCE, AND CREDIT CHECKS. IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN 3 MONTHS OF CLOSING DATE OF THE ADVERTISEMENT, PLEASE ACCEPT THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL.