Director: Financial Planning, Budgeting & Reporting at Limpopo Department of Social Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate qualification at NQF level 7 or equivalent qualification in Financial Management / Financial Accounting / Commerce / Cost & Management Accounting/Internal Auditing or equivalent qualification at as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (05) years of proven relevant experience at Middle/senior Managerial level. Proof of completion of SMS pre-entry programme must be submitted before appointment. Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities

DUTIES :

• Manage financial planning and budgeting processes. Manage the development and implementation of the departmental Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) budget. Provide strategic directions on financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes. Align financial plans with departmental strategic objectives and Annual Performance Plans (APP). Advise management on financial sustainability and fiscal risks. Manage and control budget implementation, expenditure monitoring and resource allocation.
• Manage the compilation of annual and adjustment budgets. Oversee the preparation of cash flow projections and revenue estimates. Coordinate budget hearings and engagements with Provincial Treasury and oversight bodies. Manage financial reporting and compliance services.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Ensure accurate and timely submission of In-Year Monitoring (IYM) reports). Manage NGO financial support and transfer payments. Develop frameworks and guidelines for NGO financial support services. Oversee the evaluation and allocation of financial transfers to NGOs. Ensure compliance of NGOs with funding agreements and financial reporting requirements. Manage financial capacity-building initiatives for funded NGOs. Monitor revenue management and financial risk control systems. Oversee revenue management processes and reporting. Monitor revenue collection performance and implement improvement strategies. Identify and mitigate financial risks affecting the department.