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Requirements

Experience

Appropriate experience in a financial environment at least 3-5 years of experience at an Assistant Director level.

Appropriate experience in data analysis and administration.

Appropriate experience using tools for report generation (MS Excel, PowerBI, SQL and other relevant softwares).

Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to travel.

Willingness to work after hours.

Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license.

Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to function in a team.

Ability to interact with people at all levels of society.

Ability to analyze numbers and read reports.

Computer literacy Advanced Excel skills.

Advanced computer literacy, with strong proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word, including data analysis and reporting.

Knowledge of PowerBI and SQL would be an advantage.

Proven proficiency in budgeting processes and the application of management accounting tools and techniques.

Thorough knowledge of In-Year Monitoring (IYM) processes and Annual Financial Statements (AFS) preparation and reporting.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels of authority.

Leadership and stakeholder management Demonstrated conflict resolution, problem-solving, and lateral thinking abilities.

Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement, and function effectively under pressure and tight deadlines, including working overtime and travelling when required.

Proven ability to manage and supervise staff, including performance management, discipline, mentoring, and development.

Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations.

Treasury Regulations and budgeting processes.

Financial reporting systems (BAS / PERSAL).

Accounting principles and financial management practices.

Duties

(key result areas/outputs): Manage and coordinate an effective and efficient departmental budget process.

Ensure effective monitoring of expenditure through the In-Year Monitoring (IYM) process and detailed tracking in terms of the Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA).

Manage and oversee the preparation of Interim and Annual Financial Statements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.

Compile monthly expenditure projections, provide analytical reporting to management.

Compile, analyse, and verify budget data captured on accounting systems (e.g. BAS).

Extract, analyse, and interpret financial information and reports from systems such as BAS and Vulindlela to support decision-making.

Develop advanced Excel spreadsheets, dashboards, and pivot tables for financial analysis and reporting.

Perform budget management, analysis, and reporting in line with recognised management accounting 175 principles and practices.

Supervise and manage subordinate staff, including performance management, discipline, training, and development.

How to apply

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Notes

Closing Date

14 April 2026, 17:00 PM