Job Requirements
An undergraduate qualification in Financial Management, BCom Accounting, Cost Accounting or Public Finance at NQF 6 as recognized by SAQA is required. Three (3) Years’ experience in an Assistant Director (Junior Management) level in Financial Management within an Expenditure Management environment is required. Knowledge of the Public Service Regulations Act. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act. Knowledge of the South African Constitution. Understanding of departmental legislation as well as Human Resources legislation and prescripts. Knowledge of the National Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of the expenditure management process and related activities. Knowledge of the Supply Chain Management framework. Knowledge of the Standard Chart of Accounts (SCoA). A valid drivers’ license is an added advantage. Willingness to travel and work extended hours. Required skills and competencies: Service delivery innovation. Client orientation and customer focus. People management and empowerment. Financial management. Honesty and integrity. Project management. Communication. Knowledge management. Decision making. Budget planning and cost control. Financial reporting. Business Report Writing. Influencing and Networking. Problem solving and analysis. Conflict Management. Risk Management and Fraud Prevention. Presentation skills. Interpersonal Skills. Communication skills. Planning and Organising skills. Computer literacy skills. Decision Making Skills. Negotiation Skills. Numerical skills. Accounting skills. Patriotism, Honesty and Integrity.
Duties
The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: Ensure timeous and accurate payments to all stakeholders. Ensure that all payments due to creditors are settled within 30 days from receipt of invoice. Ensure that all payments are allocated to the correct responsibility, objective, and item according to the Standard Chart of Accounts. Ensure that all verifiable source documents are attached to payments to maintain a complete audit trail. Perform monthly creditors reconciliation for regular sundry payments. Ensure adherence to year-end closure procedures. Ensure compliance with limitations attached to approved financial delegations. Manage the financial controls and reporting. Develop and implementation of 58 policy and procedure, directive acts and regulations. Establish, maintain and ensure a good working relationship with the department and relevant stakeholders. Implement effective risk and compliance in line with the relevant legislative prescripts. Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit. Coach and guide staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory requirements.
What is the Salary
R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum (Level 11), (an all-inclusive salary package)
Location
Head Office: Tshwane
How to Apply
Head Office: Mr B Mathatho Tel No: (012) 406 4250
Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or financerecruitment@dha.gov.za
Apply Before:
5/8/2026
Reference No:
HRMC 17/26/11
Additional Information