Director: Management Accounting

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Director: Internal Operations Executive Support within the Office of The Director-General (ODG) at the National Treasury. The primary purpose of the position is to manage the management accounting functions as identified in the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and the Treasury Regulations to ensure sound financial management of the National Treasury. The position is based in Pretoria and offers a salary of R1 317 384 per annum (all-inclusive). **What you will do** * **Budget Management:** * Coordinate and streamline processes for the compilation of Monthly Reports, Annual Reports, Medium-term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE), Adjusted Estimate (AE), and Rollovers. * Coordinate changes to drawing schedules between budget and expenditure business units. * Oversee the execution of the Budget Committee, its secretariat, and other related functions. * Engage and coordinate correspondences with public entities. * Ensure adherence to applicable legislative requirements. * **Asset Management:** * Assist in coordinating and streamlining processes for the compilation of the Financial Manual within the department. * Maintain oversight over the Fixed Asset Register for compliance. * Implement measures to address compliance with PFMA, Treasury Regulations, the interim financial manual, and Accounting Officer’s Procurement Procedures. * Implement measures in compliance with Financial Delegations. * Implement corrective measures regarding audit findings. * **Financial Reporting:** * Manage the activities of the department’s financial reporting. * Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate preparation and submission of financial reports, including annual financial statements, interim financial statements, and ad-hoc financial reports. * Review internal and external audit findings, recommend, and implement corrective measures. * Develop technical accounting expertise for the Chief Directorate. * **Policy Development, Innovation & Training:** * Develop and review financial management policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with relevant regulations. * Apply consistent application of policy determinations (e.g., through audit trails or internal compliance reviews). * Initiate training and awareness of financial management policies and processes in the department. * Implement project management innovation interventions for process enhancement, through automation and improvement of deliverables within the department. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in Accounting. * A minimum of 5 years’ of experience at a middle/senior managerial level obtained in a financial management environment. * Knowledge of the broader public service policy framework on financial management processes and procedures. * Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available as an online course on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment. **Who should apply** An experienced financial management professional with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, possessing at least 5 years of middle/senior managerial experience in a financial management environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of public service financial management frameworks and procedures, and must have completed the required Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme. This role is suited for an individual capable of ensuring sound financial management within the National Treasury, particularly concerning management accounting functions. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/national-treasury-vacancies-8#spani-ref-s108-2026 Source: govpage

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