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UNIVERSITY OF ZULULAND
 


The University of Zululand subscribes to the principles embedded in the Employment Equity Act 
 
FINANCE DIVISION 
PROJECT ACCOUNTANT 
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2024/12/MD50 
GRADE 7 
 
The University of Zululand is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Accountant to join our Finance Division. The primary purpose of the Project Accountant role is to prepare all financial project reports and provide management with accurate information in the areas of costs, budgets, and forecasting of internally and externally sponsored projects, in an efficient manner, in line with sponsor/donor requirements. The role is responsible for ensuring that accounting records are accurate and compliant with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), particularly in terms of revenue recognition.
 
KEY ACTIVITIES 
• Preparation, Facilitation and Management of External Funding 
• Management Reporting to Internal and External Project Stakeholders 
• Management and Control of Project Financial Processes 
• Risk Management 
• Special Projects 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 
• Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or Bachelor of Accounting Science. 
• Five (5) years of relevant experience 
• Completed accounting articles. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Comprehension and ability across key financial management components, including IFRS requirements. 
 
PREFERENCES
• A CA(SA) qualification, postgraduate qualification, or management experience in the relevant field would be a recommendation. 
• Experience in the Higher Education sector or project financial management would be an added advantage. 
 
OTHER REQUIREMENTS 
Knowledge
• Project Financial management 
• Understanding of audit processes 
• Financial accounting and reporting 
• Financial administration and budgeting 
• Governance, risk and control 
 
Skills
• Strong financial and management reporting skills 
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Computer literacy - Use of Microsoft Office and the ITS system 
• Critical thinking 
 
Behaviour / Attributes 
• Managing Complexity 
• Quality Orientated 
• Personal Execution and Delivery 
• Professional integrity and ethics 
• Compliance – commitment to staying informed about relevant laws and regulations
 
 
CLOSING DATE: 13 December 2024 
 
To apply please log on to PNET (www.pnet.co.za) and submit your application. The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means. 
 
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered and should not apply. 
 
By applying for this position, you hereby give consent to the University of Zululand, that your personal information like your name and surname, Identity number, banking details, address, resume’ etc., may be used, distributed, handled or processed and/or stored for purposes of the Recruitment and Selection process of the University. 
 
Please note in terms of the University’s recruitment policy preference will be given to South African citizens. UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
Kindly Note: Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.










​The University of Zululand subscribes to the principles embedded in the Employment Equity Act 
 
FINANCE DIVISION 
CREDITORS CLERK 
REFERENCE NUMBER: 2024/12/MD68 
GRADE 11 
The University of Zululand is seeking an attentive and detail-oriented Creditors Clerk to join the Finance Division. The role is responsible for the timely and accurate processing and reconciliation of all documents related to payments to Creditors for goods and services rendered, in accordance with the Supply Chain Management policy and procedures. 
 
KEY ACTIVITIES 
  • Processing of Invoices 
  • Query Resolution 
  • Financial Administration 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 
  • Diploma in Accounting or a related field 
  • Two (2) years of relevant experience. 
 
PREFERENCES
  • A Degree in accounting and prior experience in an accounts payable environment would be recommended. 
 
OTHER REQUIREMENTS 
Knowledge
  • Proficiency in finance policies and procedures 
  • Strong computer Literacy, including knowledge of ITS systems. 
 
Skills 
  • Compliance
  • Attention to detail and clerical accuracy. 
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
  • Strong planning, organising, and teamwork skills 
  • Reconciliation of supplier statements 
  • ERP systems 
 
Behaviour / Attributes 
  • Personal Execution and Delivery 
  • Customer Service Orientation 
  • Professional integrity and ethics 
 
 
CLOSING DATE: 13 December 2024 
 
To apply please log on to PNET (www.pnet.co.za) and submit your application. The University will not accept any applications directly or through any other means. 
 
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements, as specified above, will not be considered and should not apply. 
 
By applying for this position, you hereby give consent to the University of Zululand, that your personal information like your name and surname, Identity number, banking details, address, resume’ etc., may be used, distributed, handled or processed and/or stored for purposes of the Recruitment and Selection process of the University. 
 
Please note in terms of the University’s recruitment policy preference will be given to South African citizens. UNIZULU is committed to employment equity and equal opportunity. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
Kindly Note: Communication will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.