Assistant Director: Management Accounting, Ref No. DEDAT 37/2025 R1

Job Purpose

The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to coordinate, review and implement the management accounting systems and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

A relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management at NQF level 7 (equivalent or higher); A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience; 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.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Planning – Coordinate, review, analyse and quality assure the financial supporting information for planning purposes; Budgeting – Coordinate, review, analyse and quality assure the budget preparation process; Reporting – Coordinate, review, analyse and quality assure the management accounting reporting processes; Manage the operational processes, resources and procedures associated with the management accounting functions.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Managements Act, National Treasury regulations, Provincial Treasury Directives etc); Medium-Term Expenditure Framework Budget process and procedures; Principles and Practices of Financial Accounting; Government Accounting Standards (GRAP); Economic Reporting Framework including Standards Charts of Accounts; Government Financial Systems.

Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Written and verbal communication; Numeracy; Literacy; Management; Customer service; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Information Technology; Financial analysis; Presentation/Report writing; People Management; Research.

Remuneration

R 487 197 - R 573 897 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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