Director: Management Accounting at Department Of Public Works And Infrastructure

• SALARY: R 1 266 714 per annum, (all-inclusive package), (total package to be structured in accordance with the rules of the Senior Management Services).
• CENTRE: Head Office (Pretoria)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum undergraduate qualification (NQF 07) in Financial Management/ Financial Accounting/ Auditing or related field of study.
• 5 years’ experience in Finance environment at MMS/ SMS level. Knowledge: Public Finance Management Act; National Department of Treasury regulations, guidelines and directives; Departments` Reconciliation processes; Understanding of Governments financial delegations; Management of governments departments chart of accounts; Government Budget systems and procedures; Government Financial Systems; Supply Chain Management; Financial prescripts (GAAP and GRAP).

Skills:

• Project management; Communication; Time management; Planning and organizing; Problem solving; Interpersonal and diplomacy; Ability to conduct research and gathering of information; Ability to work on specific timeframes; Report writing; Management skills; Numeric skills. Personal Attributes: Creative; Dedicated; Approachable; Hard-working; Trustworthy; Ability to communicate at all level; Ability to work under stressful situation and under pressure; Analytical thinking.

DUTIES:

• Manage the development, implementation and maintenance of sound budget management policies and procedures. Undertake detailed research on matters pertaining to budget management.
• Oversee the implementation of prescripts. Ensure that inputs and development contribute to the overall business objectives of the department. Ensure that sound internal controls and reporting systems are in place.
• Monitor adherence to all internal control measure. Facilitate the compilation of training manuals on budget planning and control. Ensure effective management of budget planning and control.
• Manage the collection and collation of budget inputs for budget planning and control. Manage the forecasting of cash flows. Analyse inputs related to Medium Term Expenditure Framework.
• Oversee allocation of budgets according to components and financial years. Ensure that departmental expenditure is in accordance with its budget allocations. Ensure effective monitoring and reporting on budget related matters.
• Assist with monitoring of fund transfers from National Treasury. Undertake quarterly reviews on the management of budget allocated to components. Compile detailed reports that will contribute to the compilation of Annual Financial Statements.
• Manage the directorate. Manage all the resources allocated to the directorate. Develop and maintain continuous communication with stakeholders. Facilitate capacity building initiatives.
• Oversee timely resolution of audit queries. Serve on transverse task teams as required. Compile and present reports on the functioning of the directorate.