Assistant Director: Financial Reporting, Ref No. EADP 15/2025

Job Purpose

The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent and suitably qualified individual to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial reporting by managing the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, overseeing financial systems and processes, and leading a team within the Financial Reporting unit.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Management; A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience.

Recommendation

A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas

Monitoring and compiling of financial reports; Overall assessment and compilation of the Interim and Annual financial statements; Conduct appropriate system maintenance and monitoring and perform month/year-end closure in compliance with the guidelines issued by National and Provincial Treasury; Managing the pre-audit process; Management of staff.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act;The Treasury Regulations and Finance Instructions; Transversal public sector accounting systems.

Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email); Written and verbal communication; People Management; Research; Presentation.

Remuneration

R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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