Chief Director: Financial Administration And Accounting.

Requirements

Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Accounting/Financial Management/Cost and Management Accounting or Auditing as recognized by SAQA. Minimum 5 Years of relevant experience at senior managerial level in the financial management field and valid driver’s license (with exception of person with disability). SMS Pre-Entry (Nyukela) Certificate prior to appointment. Core and Process Competencies: Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts, track record in preparation and management of strategic plans, Knowledge of budget management processes and administration, ability to implement and internal systems and controls to ensure sound financial management, well vested in the PFMA and knowledge of the legislative framework governing the public service e.g., Procurement policies, Public Service Act, Understanding of the public services environment, Government systems and structures, Financial management, Strategic leadership. Generic Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. People Management and Empowerment. Programme and Project Management. Financial Management. Change Management. Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation. Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication (Verbal and written). Technical competencies: Legislation interpretation, Coordination and monitoring skills; Policy formulation & implementation.

Key Responsibilities

To oversee the management and provision of financial management within the Department; Oversee Financial Accounting and Reporting in line with applicable prescripts: Ensure accurate compilation of departmental annual budget, MTEF budget, and maintaining effective standard chart of accounts for the department; Prepare Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Department; Ensure efficient, economic, and effective control and management of budget and expenditure; Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Department are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards; Oversee the preparation, analysis and submission of Departmental monthly and quarterly expenditure reports and annual Financial Statements; Oversee the preparation and submission of Departmental Oversight Financial Reports to Provincial Legislature, Provincial Treasury; Manage resources (human, financial, equipment/assets). Evaluate the performance of the Chief Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Manage performance of staff and ensure assessment of their performance; Build and lead a high-performing team by ensuring provision of mentorship, coaching, and discipline of staff. Set clear goals and performance expectations for the team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

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EE Target: African Female, Coloured Female, White Female, Indian Male & Female, Persons with Disability