Director Audit

Sheldon Human Capital Solutions; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A national firm of Chartered Accountants in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Director – Public Sector to lead the Consulting Department. This senior role involves driving business development, managing client relationships, and overseeing the consulting team. Ideal candidates should be CA(SA) with at least 5 years of senior management experience, strong public sector knowledge, and a proven track record in revenue generation. Interested applicants should submit their CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience at senior management level.
• Extensive public sector experience across national, provincial, and local government.
• Proven track record in business development and revenue generation.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development initiatives and generate revenue.
• Oversee the consulting team ensuring quality and client satisfaction.
• Develop strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities.

Skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Leadership

Revenue generation

Public sector knowledge

Education

CA(SA)

Registered Auditor

Tools

Caseware

TeamMate

Pastel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Director – Public Sector (Pietermaritzburg)
A national firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors is seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Director – Public Sector to join our Pietermaritzburg office. This is a senior leadership role with immediate availability, offering the opportunity to drive business growth, lead high-performing teams, and manage complex public sector engagements.

Main Purpose of the Role
To lead the Consulting Department in the Pietermaritzburg office, with a strong focus on business development, revenue generation, and delivering exceptional service to public sector clients across all spheres of government.
Key Responsibilities

• Drive business development initiatives and generate revenue for the Consulting Department.
• Oversee the entire consulting team, ensuring efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Arrange and lead business meetings with prospective clients.
• Promote the firm’s services, addressing client needs and objectives.
• Build long-term relationships with both new and existing clients.
• Provide client support and feedback after service delivery.
• Manage client portfolios from inception to completion.
• Plan, execute, and report on assignments in line with quality standards, office policies, and timelines.
• Lead project management and staff planning initiatives.
• Review the work of subordinates and provide coaching and feedback.
• Assist in preparing client proposals.
• Assess staff performance and oversee professional development initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• CA(SA) and Registered Auditor.
• Completed SAICA articles at a South African auditing practice.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience at senior management level.
• Extensive public sector experience across national, provincial, and local government.
• In-depth knowledge of PFMA, MFMA, and SCM regulations.
• Sound knowledge of the local market.
• Proficiency in Caseware, TeamMate, Pastel, and Microsoft Office.
• Proven track record in business development and revenue generation.
• Valid South African driver’s licence and own transport.

If you are a strategic leader with a proven track record in public sector consulting and are ready to make a significant impact, please send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject line: Director – Public Sector (Pietermaritzburg).