CHIEF DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Department of e-Government; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 437 000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of e-Government seeks a Senior Manager for Financial Management in Johannesburg. The role involves overseeing financial operations, budgeting, and compliance with public sector regulations. Candidates must have significant experience and qualifications in financial management. This position requires strategic oversight and the ability to lead a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level in financial management.
• Proven management skills and track record in strategic planning.
• Knowledge of PFMA and public sector regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management and provision within the Department.
• Ensure accurate compilation of departmental annual budgets.
• Manage and provide internal control services.

Skills

Management skills

Financial management

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Compliance knowledge

Education

Qualification in Financial Management / Accounting Management / Supply Chain Management at NQF level 7

Post graduate qualification

Job description

• Package : R1, 436, 022 per annum (all-inclusive remunerative package)
• Enquiries : Oscar Baloyi, (066 486 5508)

Requirements :

• Qualification in Financial Management /Accounting Management/Supply Chain Management at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. Post graduate qualification would be an added advantage. 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level in the financial management field. Proven management skills. Track record in preparation and management of strategic plans, business plans and budgeting. Ability to implement internal systems and controls to ensure sound financial management. Well versed in the PFMA and knowledge of all legislation, policies and regulations pertaining to the public sector. Nyukela pre-entry certificate into Senior Management Services. Driver’s license.

Duties :

• To oversee the management and provision of financial management within the Department. Oversee the Financial Accounting: - Ensure accurate compilation of departmental annual budget, MTEF budget, and maintaining effective standard chart of accounts for the department. Prepare Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Department. Ensure efficient, economic, and effective control and management of budget and expenditure. Prepare reports to the Head of Department on all aspects of the departments’ finances. Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Department are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards. Oversee Financial Reporting. Oversee Revenue Management. Oversee management accounting: - Oversee the establishment and implementation of sound, effective and efficient Management Accounting systems in line with PFMA, Treasury Regulations and other regulatory frameworks. Oversee the management of Departmental Budget and budgeting systems and cycles in line with Departmental Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plans and Operational Plans. Oversee the virements, rollovers and adjustments to Departmental annual budgets. Oversee the management of cash flows and budget forecasting based on Departmental Programmes: goals and objectives. Oversee the preparation, analysis and submission of Departmental monthly and quarterly expenditure reports and annual Financial Statements. Oversee the preparation and submission of Departmental Oversight Financial Reports to Provincial Legislature, Provincial Treasury. Oversee the establishment and implementation of sound, effective and efficient Tender, Contract, Procurement and Asset Management Systems and processes in line with PFMA: Treasury Regulations and other regulatory frameworks. Oversee the establishment and implementation of sound, effective and efficient Tender, Contract, Procurement and Asset Management Systems and processes in line with PFMA: TreasuryRegulations and other regulatory frameworks. Oversee the alignment of Departmental Tender and Contract, Procurement and Asset Management Plan to Strategic Plan. Allocate budget on Departmental Tender and Contract, Procurement end Asset Management Plans. Ensure management, maintenance, and safekeeping of the Department’s assets. Ensure that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to. Manage and provide internal control services. Coordinate the implementation of audit recommendations. Provide financial systems and support services. Establish an integrated internal control system (including policies). Establish a delegation’s framework. Facilitate assurance services. Retain financial information. Manage and facilitate monitoring and evaluation of departmental budget. Ensure compliance to accounting standards, regulations, and internal control. Provide strategic direction support the HOD and other senior managers in the execution of their functions in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and the Treasury Regulations. Advise the HOD pertaining to matters that have strategic and financial implications. Formulate creative solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of the services and the administration of the Department. Provide additional information on activities, processes, procedures, and requirements to comply with the determinations of the PFMA is set out in Appendix B. Facilitate the implementation of national norms and standards where applicable. Review and approve policies, standards, and guidelines for the E-GOV’s Business Continuity Teams to follow, enterprise-wide, in the development/ enhancement of business continuity plans. Provide direction to the Business Continuity, infrastructure, and support teams. Manage resources (human, financial, equipment/assets). Evaluate the performance of the Business Unit on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards. Manage performance of staff and ensure assessment of their performance. Consolidate and manage budget of the chief directorate. Authorize, control, and monitor budget and expenditure. Ensure leave management in the chief directorate. Build and lead a high-performing team by ensuring provision of mentorship, coaching, and discipline of staff. Set clear goals and performance expectations for the team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Notes :

• It is the department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender, and disability status is required. All applications should be submitted online at: www.jobs.gauteng.gov.za.NOTE: Applications must be submitted on form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents) and must be completed in full, and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication of the post and reference number that is being applied must be indicated on your Z83. Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV (specifying all experience and duties, indicating the respective dates MM/YY as well as indicating references with full contact details). Applicants are not required to submit copies of certificates; only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of certificates. Failure to submit the above information will result in the application not being considered and deemed a regret. General information: Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determined by the Gauteng Department of e-Government. Applicants must note that pre-employment checks and references will be conducted once they are shortlisted and the appointment is also subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include but are not limited to security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification, and criminal record. Please note that all applicants for Senior Management positions are required to complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme administered by the National School of Government (NSG). No appointment will take place without the successful completion of the pre-entry certificate and submission of proof thereof. The Course is available at NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/smspre-entry-programme/. For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview process, recommended candidate (s) to attend to generic SMS competency assessment as mandated by DPSA. Successful candidates must obtain a positive security clearance. Applications received after the closing date as well as those who do not comply with the requirements will not be taken into consideration. If you have not received a response from this institution within three months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The Gauteng Department of e-Government reserves the right to fill or not fill the above-mentioned post.

Employer : Department of e-Government

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 13-06-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have Qualification in Financial Management /Accounting Management/Supply Chain Management at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA?

Do you have 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level in the financial management field?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.