Job Overview
Financial Officer 2 – Internal Control at Geita Gold Mining Ltd
Geita
Geita Gold Mining Ltd
Geita Gold Mine is an open pit gold mine located in the Geita District of the Geita Region of Tanzania. It is operated by AngloGold Ashanti.
ABOUT GEITA GOLD MINING LTD
Geita Gold Mining Ltd (GGML) is Tanzania’s leading gold producer with a single operation in Geita Region. The company is a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti, an international gold producer headquartered in South Africa, with operations in more than ten countries, in four continents. The mine is situated in the Lake Victoria Gold fields of North Western Tanzania, only about 85 km’s from Mwanza City and 20 km’s South East of the nearest point of Lake Victoria. The company has its head office in Geita, only 5 Km’s west of the fast-growing town of Geita, and also a supporting office in Dar es Salaam. Applications are invited from ambitious, energetic and performance driven individuals to fill in vacant position(s) mentioned below:
Position: Financial Officer 2 – Internal Control
Contract type & Duration: Unspecified time
Department: Finance
Re Reporting to: Superintendent 2 – Internal Control
Number of Positions: One (1)
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
The purpose of this role is to monitor governance, detection, and mitigation of risks through conducting in-house audit, and prevent or reduce audit queries by making sure that all controls are operating effectively and efficiently with appropriate evidence in place, as well as coordinating and supervising the audit i.e., internal, and external, activities done by the internal control section and ensure that all month end, quarter end and year end activities are timely and accurately conducted.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in commerce or Business Administration (Major in Accounting).
CPA/ACCA is an added advantage.
GGML is an equal opportunity employer: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
EXPERIENCE:
At least 3 years’ experience in auditing position in mining sector and/or auditing environment.
MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
SOX and GFC Compliance:
Investigate Duplicate Vendors and invoices which is provided by ACLAC report
Investigate Duplicate Vendors and invoices which is provided by ACLAC report
Investigate mismatched invoice and PO vendors which is provided by ACLAC report
Review on new vendors created/changed (including changed bank details)
Conduct in-house SOX and GFC controls audit
Review of SAP Reports on Directly Posted Journals
Internal Control:
Conducting surprise cash count
Review of contracts and executive summary.
Review of payments and checklists
Review Creditors and Bank recons.
Review of GL allocation and staff personal accounts (5 series) allocation.
Audit Matters:
Engage with Auditor i.e., external, and internal during the audit
Assist SOX control owners to address deficiencies identified by internal and external auditors
Report resolution of audit findings to Senior Manager – Finance
Follow up and ensure closure on internal and external audit findings
Coordinate all requested information by auditors
Provided guidance on various external audit issues during the audit
Risk Management:
Coordinate and interact with HODs and departmental risk champions to maintain an updated risk register
Ensure AuRisk system i.e., Cura contain relevant and up to date information
Prepare risk report for Audit Committee
Prepare reports from AuRisk system and share with Senior Manager – Finance (Monthly)
Ensure HODs action issues reported in the risk monthly management reports (BI report)
Identify and communicate risk management training needs to Group Risk
Coordinate engineering risk reviews with the operation in support of the insurance program – IMIU Reviews
Ensure that the risks are updated in accordance with the findings of the Group Internal Audit process
Accounting Appendices:
Preparing appendices to the Financial Statements
Coordination of the submission of the appendices to Africa BU as per the quarter end instructions
Financial Officer 2 – Internal Control at Geita Gold Mining Ltd
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Proficient in the use of ERP SAP
Computer literate (Microsoft office suite)
Demonstrate integrity, independence, and confidentiality
Must be able to solve tasks as per communicated deadlines
Demonstrate a good commitment to deliver
Understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements
MODE OF APPLICATION:
On the portal you will be required to upload your detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, e- mail and telephone contacts, names and addresses of three referees. Please do not attach certificates that are not related to the qualifications stated above.
You will also be required to upload a cover / application letter addressed to “Senior Manager Human Resources, Geita Gold Mining Ltd”. Subject should be “Financial Officer 2 – Internal Control”
If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website https://www.geitamine.com/en/people/ for a step-by-step guide on how to apply for jobs on our recruitment portal (SuccessFactors).
You will be required to present original certificates if you are contacted for interviews.
Internal Applicants (those currently employed by AngloGold Ashanti) must have their application letter endorsed by their Head of Department (HOD) or Manager once Removed (MoR).
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Applications should reach the above on or before 07th October 2022 at 5:30 Pm
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
NOTE ON COVID-19 PREVENTION:
Please note when you are invited for interviews, you will be required to present proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (Covid-19 vaccination certificate) or if you are not vaccinated, please go for a Covid-19 test and obtain a 96 – hour valid PCR Covid-19 negative certificate.
You are also advised to adhere to all recommended prevention measures including proper wearing of face masks and washing or sanitizing your hands before you are allowed through Geita Gold Mine entry points.
BEWARE OF CONMEN! GGML does not receive money in exchange for a job position. Should you be asked for money in exchange for a job offer or suspect such activity, please report this immediately to our Security Department, Investigation Unit, by calling +255 28 216 01 40 Ext 1559 (rates apply) or use our whistle-blowing channels by sending an SMS to +27 73 573 8075 (SMS rates apply) or emailing 24cthonesty@ethics-line.com or use the internet at www.tip-offs.com.
