No / Fin / Ba / 21 / 02 / 2025 National Office – Budget Accountant

Legal Aid SA Job DescriptionLegal Aid SA is a National Public Entity and a key contributor to South Africa's constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons.The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces and is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 16 consecutive years.We offer an exciting Employee Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth, and an inspiring workplace.
Applications are invited from persons interested in filling the above-mentioned position.The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis.The position is based at the Legal Aid SA National Office in Braamfontein, Johannesburg.Key OutputsProvide administrative and technical support in the preparation of the annual budget and the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework, and coordinate the budget of Legal Aid SA.Develop, manage, and maintain budget templates for distribution to Executives.Formulate and review budgeting guidelines based on the Strategic Plan of Legal Aid SA.Prepare, review, and consolidate budgets per Cost Centre into departmental, divisional, and organizational budgets; present consolidated budgets to the Chief Financial Officer for approval by the Board of Directors.Capture the approved budget in the financial system and distribute it to all Local Offices, Provincial Offices, and National Office departments.Produce monthly variance reports, highlighting cash flow implications compared to the budget, and present them to Executives for review.Complete and update National Treasury templates – Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE).Review and manage the vendor database; approve applications for new vendors; ensure all vendors comply with the B-BBEE Policy of the organization.Ensure statutory requirements are met.Petencies (Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes) RequiredA recognized tertiary qualification in Finance and Accounting, e.g., BCom with an Accounting major or a minimum three-year degree or diploma.Minimum of three years of management experience.Advanced Excel and business writing skills.Experience in driving a service excellence mindset.Experience in strategic and business planning, monitoring, and reporting.A sophisticated collaborative style is advantageous.In-depth knowledge of budgeting, management accounts, PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, Legal Aid SA Act, and other relevant statutes.Working knowledge of the King IV Code of Corporate Governance.Functional ability in the utilization of electronic systems and technologies.Sound financial and management accounting skills, coupled with people development and management skills.Ability to partner with Executive Management to support strategic objectives through effective budgeting processes.Effective working relationship with the Financial Manager – Budgeting and Reporting and other departmental managers.Excellent analytical, organizational, management, and leadership skills; business acumen; ability to deal with ambiguity, meet demanding deadlines, and manage projects.SalaryLevel 12 (R1,000,000.00) all-inclusive package per annum.Application ProcessA detailed curriculum vitae reflecting practical application of the position outputs and competencies must be submitted by close of business on 11 March, quoting the reference NO / FIN / BA / 21 / 02 / in the subject line to ****** or apply online at the designated platform.Please replace (at) with @ in the email address when sending your application.For enquiries, contact Morwesi Tsotetsi at Tel: (insert phone number).The employment decision will be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of Legal Aid SA.Legal Aid SA aims to promote equity (race, gender, and disability) through filling this position with a candidate who will promote representativity in line with our Employment Equity Plan.Legal Aid SA reserves the right to withdraw posts or not to make an appointment if it is in the best interest of the organization.Applicants not contacted within two months may consider their application unsuccessful.
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