Deputy Director: Accounts, Ref No. DOI 60/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastrucuture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the sub-directorate, develop, review and implement financial accounting systems and procedures in line with relevant legislation, regulations, frameworks and departmental policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3 year B-Degree/equivalant or higher qualification in Finance; A minimum of 3 years relevant management level experience.

Recommendation    

• Experience working in a financial environment.

Key Performance Areas    

• Accounting and reporting on assets and liabilities; Cash management; Banking; Regulatory, policy, governance frameworks and tactical advice; Oversight bodies, committees and forums; Operational management of the Sub-component. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Government policies and procedure (Public Finance Management Act and circulars); Modified Cash Standards; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Leadership; problem solving and decision making.