Assets Admin Officer (Stellenbosch) at Agricultural Research Council Jobs

Description

• Maintain records of quarterly asset counts and document newly acquired assets.
• Continuously manage the asset verification process, maintaining registers for asset movement and ensuring all movement forms are fully completed.
• Manage departmental assets effectively, efficiently, and economically.
• Conduct ongoing asset verification, identifying obsolete, redundant, and damaged items to ensure proper write-offs and disposal.
• Perform monthly asset spot checks, ensuring the asset register is updated and accurate.
• Update the fixed asset register system with relevant information.
• Update and reconcile the inventory control sheet by agreeing it to the fixed asset register.
• Ensure all documents are properly filed and stored securely.
• Assist in resolving audit queries on assets, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in preparing quarterly and yearly asset disclosure notes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies such as SCM and Asset Management Plan.
• Determine the safety of all assets monthly.
• Conduct regular inspections to check building safety and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
• Follow up on all OHS decisions.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Regulations.

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate Grade 12 with Accounting as a major subject.
• One year of relevant job experience.
• Knowledge of administrative processes or asset management.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 13 APRIL 2026