Assistant Director: Reporting

Overview

Assistant Director overseeing financial reporting, budget monitoring, and regulatory compliance for cultural affairs.

Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree in Financial Management at NQF level 7 (equivalent or higher);
• A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy development;
• Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act-PFMA);
• National Treasury regulations (NTR's), Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions- PTI's);
• Financial Systems including Enterprise Content Management (ECM);
• Modified Cash Standards and Accounting Manual for Departments; and Report writing.
• Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
• Communication skills (written and verbal);
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties

• Monitor and analyse expenditure of the sub-directorate's approved budget by reviewing expenditure reports, and reporting on spending trends and variances;
• Develop, maintain, and implement the Interim and Annual Financial Statements (IFS and AFS) Action Plan, ensuring compliance with Modified Cash Standards (MCS) and the Accounting Manual for Departments (AMD);
• Manage the preparation, quality review, and timely submission of IFS and AFS to Provincial Treasury and the Auditor-General, and coordinate responses to audit queries throughout the audit process;
• Consolidate and validate financial information, ensuring all figures are supported by complete, accurate, and certified documentation;
• Review, test, and validate financial reporting templates, accounting policies, formulas, and disclosures to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements;
• Research, analyse, and interpret accounting standards and guidelines updates (MCS and AMD), and provide guidance on the implementation of new or amended financial reporting requirements.

How to apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries: Ms Lynn-Dell Mannel Tel No: (021) 483 9549

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS