Assistant Accountant – Assets & Finance: 6 Months Fixed Term Contract

De Beers Group The Worlds Leading Diamond Company

We are the worlds leading diamond company a unique, luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.

As we embark on a journey to accelerate the transformation of our business into one that is better positioned to realise the opportunities ahead of us, we welcome and encourage diverse perspectives from those individuals who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

Well provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions and working together youll help us realise our own ambition to be the pioneer of a new diamond world.

Venetia is an open-pit mine and the countrys largest producer of diamonds. The mine is in Limpopo Province in the north east corner of South Africa. Currently, were mining two of the mines largest Kimberlite pipes in a single, open-pit operation. Open-pit mining is likely to run to 2018-2021 and preparations are already under way to convert to underground mining, which is expected to extend the life of the mine to 2046.

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants who will be required to co-ordinate the necessary financial activities relating to all Fixed Assets of the Mine and ensure the application of sound commercial, accounting and governance practices.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

• Maintain and ensure compliance to relevant accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage the complete fixed assets register to ensure adherence to mine policies and procedures.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end procedures relating to Fixed Assets and Costing.
• Compile and manage the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes with the costing and MRM sections.
• Analyse information by using appropriate accounting techniques to determine and recommend various alternatives to ensure accuracy.
• Compiling and managing all on mine Fixed Asset Policies and Procures supporting continuous business improvement.
• Ensure compliance to the IFRS Guidelines of Fixed Assets.
• Build relationships across disciplines by sharing business information and knowledge to enable the attainment of operational objectives.
• Review overall financial performance and advise on appropriate interventions to improve effectiveness and profitability.
• Participate in costing, project and capital accounting to ensure at all times a close link to business.
• Administration of change management in line with procedures.
• Provide assistance to the Financial Accountant as and when required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: (Education & Experience)

• Grade12/N3 or relevant NQF level 4 qualification.
• A relevant Bachelor of Commercial Degree or Diploma with finance/ cost accountancy major or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years experience in general financial/ cost accounting or auditing environment
• 1 year working experience of SAP R/3, specifically Fixed Assets, Costing and projects modules would be an advantage.
• Valid EB/Code 08 Drivers License.
• Successfully obtain a Red Ticket (Medical Fitness Certificate) on mine.
• Your consideration for employment is subject to your SAPS Criminal Record verification and qualifications verification.

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES:

Business/ Financial/ Professional/Technical/ Operational:

• Strong cost and management accounting competencies.
• Practical understanding & interpretation of IFRS Requirements for Fixed Assets
• Expenditure and Cost/ benefits analysis skills
• Financial reporting
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Sound business acumen/ orientation
• Sense of accuracy and attention to details
• High levels of stress tolerance and assertive
• Competence in MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)
• Good communication skills.

Who We Are: De Beers Group

Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the worlds leading diamond company with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. Together with our joint venture partners, we operate in more than 20 countries across six continents.

We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant for our people, our customers and the world around us.

We build partnerships and connect with our people and their communities to make a positive contribution to the wider world. Were constantly developing new ways to make an impact and build a beneficial legacy. We call it Building Forever - its fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Submit applications on or before the CLOSING DATE: 10 March 2023

Should you not have heard from Venetia Mines HR Department four weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.