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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 Yuling@sheldon.co.za with the subject line: Director – Public Sector (Pietermaritzburg).