Head Capital & Operating Budgets at City of Cape Town

Requirements

• A relevant Degree in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, Economics, Public Finance or a closely related field.
• At least 8 years' relevant experience in budgeting, financial management, accounting, municipal finance, or public sector financial planning.
• Proven experience in Capital and operating budget preparation and management; Medium-Term Revenue and Expenditure Framework (MTREF) budgeting; Financial planning and forecasting; Tariff modelling and revenue analysis; Financial reporting and budget monitoring; MFMA and GRAP compliance.
• Staff management and leadership experience
• Local government or municipal finance experience will be strong advantage.
• A valid Code B or EB driver’s license.

Key Performance Areas

• Lead the development and implementation of long-term financial and budgeting strategies aligned to the organisational objectives.
• Manage the preparation, consolidation and submission of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Oversee tariff modelling and financial forecasting to ensure sustainable and cost-reflective service delivery.
• Monitor budget implementation and expenditure against approved budgets.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management, Council, National Treasury and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with municipal financial legislation, policies and governance requirements.
• Provide strategic financial advice and support to executive and senior management.
• Manage adjustments budgets, virements and mid-year review processes.
• Promote sound financial management, fiscal discipline and effective resource allocation.
• Lead, develop and manage staff within the Capital and Operating Budgets Section.

CLOSING DATE 28.08.2026