Junior Consultants/ Accountants

SUMMARY:
AKHILE is a Level 1 BBBEE consulting firm that focusses on providing practical, innovative and solutions to the public sector, with a special focus on municipalities. We are looking for a driven, dynamic, energetic and an individual that can think on their feet, to join our team as a Junior Consultants/ Accountants in our Pretoria office.

POSITION INFO:

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• 2 - 3 years’ work experience in an accounting or a similar role;
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (NQF 7)
• Provide a minimum of 3 references.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE AREAS:
The successful candidate would be expected to fulfil the below responsibilities: Support and deliver on project activities in the Public Sector/Municipal Finance Sector in the following domains:

• Asset Management;
• Financial Management, Accounting and Reporting;
• Local Government Revenue Management processes;
• GRAP Implementation and Preparation of the Annual Financial Statements;
• mSCOA Implementation and Management;
• General MFMA Implementation and Compliance;
• Preparations of reports and presentations;
• Manage and maintain compliance documents as required;
• Make use of Akhile systems and applications, as needed;
• Analyse and provide input on improving Akhile systems;
• Know and understand key personnel (both external and internal) and understand the organisation’s vision, values, aims and objectives;
• Assisting with other ad-hoc tasks from time-to-time; and
• Any other relevant tasks.

SKILLS AND COMPENTENCIES

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams);

• Excellent command of the English language (verbal and written);

• Excellent time management, prioritisation and communication skills (well organised);

• Be accurate, systematic and display attention to detail;

• Take initiative and have problem solving skills;

• Be trustworthy and honest; and

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.

NOTE:

Please note: Should you not receive feedback within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.