Senior Buyer – PFMA & Irregular Expenditure Clearance

SUMMARY:
Location: Johannesburg
Duration: 5 Months
Start Date: Immediate
Type: Contract


Kolano is seeking a highly experienced Senior Buyer to support a key client engagement focused on clearing irregular expenditure, addressing supply chain management (SCM) findings, and aligning procurement practices with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). This project is aligned with the 2023/24 financial year audit findings and aims to ensure a clean audit outcome in the next cycle.

POSITION INFO:

• Review the client's AFS irregular expenditure register and confirm compliance with PFMA and PPPFA.
• Assist in preparing National Treasury/Board condonement applications, including supporting documentation.
• Ensure the SCM policy and processes are compliant and supported by a robust disclosure checklist.
• Conduct file reviews and verify all procurement processes for completeness, compliance, and accuracy.
• Implement corrective controls to address current irregular expenditure findings.
• Assist in compiling the irregular spend disclosure checklist and audit-ready supporting evidence.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, and respond to audit queries as needed.
• Support development and implementation of a detailed project management plan covering planning, execution, and reporting.
• Provide resources and expertise to accelerate SCM compliance and strengthen internal controls.
• Make recommendations to improve financial and SCM controls for future compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Auditing, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in government or public entity procurement and financial compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA, SCM regulations, and Treasury prescripts.
• Experience in clearing irregular expenditure and drafting condonement applications.
• Familiarity with Auditor-General processes and disclosure requirements.
• Proven ability to review procurement files and ensure end-to-end SCM compliance.