ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

Job Overview

The Gauteng Department seeks an Assistant Director: Financial Accounting based in Johannesburg Head Office. Responsibilities include ensuring PFMA compliance, preparing financial statements, managing inter-departmental accounts, overseeing audit matters, and supervising staff. Requirements include a Matric, Bachelor's Degree in Financial Management/Accounting/Public Finance/Cost and Management Accounting (NQF 7), 3 years supervisory experience, and a valid driver's license.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Matric
• Bachelor's Degree in Financial Management / Accounting / Public Finance / Cost and Management Accounting (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA
• 3 years relevant supervisory experience
• A valid driver's license
• Knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, reporting procedures, and Government Priorities
• Skills in Planning and Organizing, Report writing, Negotiation, and Decision making

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Financial Manual, and relevant Departmental Policies and Procedures
• Prepare Monthly, Interim, and Annual Financial Statements timely
• Control Subordinates Performance reports and perform personnel performance functions
• Compile section 40 Monthly Compliance Reports to Treasury as well as Reports requested by Management
• Ensure all Inter-Departmental Receivables and Payables are cleared monthly
• Provide administrative support and best accounting practices to subordinates and business units
• Attend to internal and external Audit matters and clear suspense and interdepartmental accounts
• Supervise employees to ensure an effective financial accounting service and timely payment of suppliers
• Authorise the payment of transfers and subsidies processed on the accounting system
• Manage performance, conduct, and discipline of supervisees

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