Job Description

Job Advert Summary

Purpose Statement

Responsible for the management and documentation of end-to-end audit preparation processes, and the provision of support for the auditing of financial statements.

About SABS

The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted stadardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.



SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

B Comm / B Comm (Hons) with 3 years' post articles (SAICA signed off) experience NQF Level 8 CA (SA) ACCA of CIA will be an added advantage

Experience

Previous work experience with the AGSA would be an added advantage Proven track record of leading and liaison for AGSA audits will be an added advantage At least 5 years external and internal audit management experience Proven tack record of preparing audit files that are IFRS, PFMA and Companies Act compliant annual financial statement Proven track record of designing and implementing systems of control, ultimately leading to a positive audit outcome Extensive knowledge of IFRS, PFMA, Companies ACT and other public sector legislation Ability to operate in a highly pressurised environment, with quick turnaround times Ability to deal with complex matters and provide integrated solutions Experience with Draftworx or CaseWare in preparing working papers and annual financial statements will be an added advantage

Duties and Responsibilities

Roles and Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end audit preparation processes, while ensuring adherence to established timelines Document end-to-end audit preparation processes, including month-end financial accounting procedures for training and capacitation of the financial accounting business unit and ultimate implementation Maintain accurate and organised records (manual and electronic) of account balance and transaction working papers and documentation following best practice and established audit file preparation standards and protocols Assist the SABS with pre-audit preparation and project management Manage and guide with reconciliation of sub-ledger control accounts to GL accounts Manage and guide with reconciliation of GL account balances as well as reconciliations to working papers Ensure alignment of electronic and manual audit files to approved and publish annual financial statements before submission to relevant treasury, shareholders, AGSA and SNG Grant Thornton Liaise with external auditors during the audit process and provide necessary support for the audit of financial statements Analysis and updating of audit workpapers and ensuring consistent treatment with prior year audited working papers or adherence to new accounting requirements Prepare accounting, finance and operational personnel for the audit process Assist with liaison to auditors and key stakeholders to provide audit support through each phase of the audit, working along with the SFA Ensure the audit requests provided to auditors are accurate, complete, and have been reviewed and approved prior to submission to auditors Assist in addressing all findings raised by the AGSA, SNG Grant Thornton and internal audit department Assist IFRS specialist with identifying and applying intercompany reconciliations, ensuring consistent treatment from the prior year Provide valuable insight and recommendations based on audit findings to improve financial controls, operational efficiency, and risk management, post the audit * Resolve general accounting and operational issues and disputes, escalating as required or coordinating with various business units