Financial Budget Analyst

The Organisation requires the services of a Budget and Financial Analyst in the Chief Financial Officer Division. This position will be based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria

**Location**:
GROENKLOOF NATIONAL PARK (HEAD OFFICE)

**Requirements**:

- Be in possession of a National Diploma in Accounting or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree will be an advantage.
- Have 3-5 years of relevant experience.
- Have a hands-on experience with budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Have exposure to financial systems (e.g., Great Plains) and ERP software.
- Having experience working within a public sector environment is a plus, especially handling compliance with public financial regulations like PFMA.
- Computer literacy.
- Analyse information and provide advice to management.
- Management and planning skills to coordinate the budgetary exercises.
- Planning and organising.
- Report writing.
- Presentation skills.
- Computer skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Project management.
- Problem solving.
- Advanced Excel.
- Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy in monitoring budgets and financial transactions.
- Provides a forecast based on the current, historical, and other factors affecting performance against the budget of the organisation.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced skills in Excel and experience with financial software/ERP systems for data tracking and reporting.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for preparing reports and liaising with divisional managers and other stakeholders.
- Effective at identifying discrepancies, cost overruns, and process inefficiencies with actionable recommendations.
- Public Sector Finance: In-depth understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and National Treasury regulations.
- Financial Principles: Comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and variance analysis.
- Reporting Standards: Familiarity with financial reporting frameworks (e.g., GRAP)
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Great Plains).

**Responsibilities**:

- Assists in the development, consolidation, and coordination of annual budgets for the head office and all national parks.
- Monitor and track budget allocations per division, ensuring adherence to the approved budget.
- Provide financial guidance to divisional/departmental managers on budget preparation and financial forecasting.
- Conduct financial analysis to assess budget performance, identify trends, and highlight potential risks.
- Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and stakeholders.
- Generate financial insights to support decision-making and cost efficiency.
- Oversee and track expenditure across all divisions, ensuring it aligns with the approved budget.
- Identify areas of over-expenditure or under-utilisation and recommend corrective actions.
- Work closely with divisional managers to ensure they do not exceed the allocated budget.
- Captures budget movements accurately.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, revenue optimisation, and financial efficiencies.
- Drafting of policies, guidelines and SOPs.
- Enhance financial control mechanisms for operational expenses.
- Implement and improve financial reporting systems for real-time budget tracking across all of SANParks.
- Ensure compliance with SANParks’ financial policies, National Treasury regulations, and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
- Support internal and external audits by providing accurate financial data and explanations.
- Identify financial risks related to budget management and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Compliance reporting and other reporting to the National Treasury and the DFFE.

**Salary**:
R 584,899.03 - R 958,945.80

**How To Apply**:
**Documents Required**:
Human Resources Division

SA National Parks

PO Box 787

PRETORIA

0001

**Fax**: 086 295 4078

Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualifications Authority.

**Closing Date**:
25 June 2025