Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Closing Date: 25 August 2023
CSIR: Finance / Accounting Internship Programme 2023
The CSIR has an internship opportunity within the Account Payable department in the Financial Services portfolio.
The incumbent will be responsible to accurately and completely prepare and process financial transactions in line with the CSIR policy, processes, guidelines and legislation for the timeous and correct payment, receipting and accounting of transactions within the required time frames and under pressure to meet deadlines. The position is based in Pretoria.
Responsibilities:
- Verify correctness of and processing of supplier invoices and ensure accurate processing in terms of approvals (need to comply with CSIR policies and procedures), financial code allocations, VAT requirements, calculations and vendor details.
- Process payments and receipts accurately after validation against substantiating documents and ensure the legislative requirements, terms and banking information is correct and the correct account is updated.
- Supplier reconciliations need to be prepared on ALL statements received to detect long outstanding amounts for action in order to reduce the risk of loss, improve communication with suppliers and prevent fraud.
- Record keeping of all relevant documents in adherence with the CSIR document retention policy and legislative requirements to ensure documents are available when necessary.
- Assist internal and external auditors in meeting the audit deadlines by providing the required information ensuring that the supporting documentation is accurate and complete.
Requirements:
- A three-year National Diploma or Degree in: Accounting / Finance.
Skills and Competencies:
- Ability to adapt time frames and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and VAT principles.
- The ability to pay attention to detail, work under pressure and manage stress.
- Good verbal, written and listening communication skills.
- Ability to work/function well within teams.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a sound work ethic.
- Time management skills and ability to manage stress.
- Good office administration and record keeping skills.
- Good time management and planning skills.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
How to Apply
Apply Online for the CSIR: Finance / Accounting Internship Programme 2023
