Director: Finance

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Director: Finance within the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, based at the Durban Regional Office. The position offers an all-inclusive salary package of R1,317,384 per annum, structured in accordance with Senior Management Services rules. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial functions for the region. **What you will do** * Manage the implementation and monitoring of financial guidelines, processes, standards, and strategies. * Undertake research on the latest developments in professional guidelines, legislation, and standards. * Identify financial trends and opportunities for business process improvement. * Make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing financial guidelines, standards, policies, and procedures. * Manage the implementation of financial guidelines, standards, policies, procedures, strategies, and related treasury prescripts. * Ensure the development and implementation of support tools. * Provide advice and guidance in various fora regarding financial guidelines. * Monitor implementation and ensure compliance with applicable policies and Directives. * Ensure the implementation of sound, effective, and efficient internal control systems. * Manage the budget and planning function for the region. * Undertake detailed research on matters pertaining to budget management. * Manage the collation of budget inputs for budget planning and control. * Analyse inputs related to Medium Term Expenditure Framework. * Monitor fund transfers from National Treasury. * Manage allocation of budgets according to components and financial years. * Undertake quarterly reviews on the management of budget allocated to components. * Ensure that Regional expenditure is in accordance with its budget allocations. * Ensure that operational plans are aligned to the budget and strategic objectives. * Regularly report on budget and cash-flow. * Manage financial accounting and reporting services for the region. * Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable. * Manage and coordinate the compilation of financial statements (interim and annual). * Manage bookkeeping and financial accounting services. * Ensure the accuracy of allocation journals, receipts, and payments. * Manage the verification of payment interfaces. * Ensure the timely reconciliation and clearing of control accounts. * Ensure that invoice payments within the region are processed within 30 days in line with Treasury Regulations. * Oversee timely production of reports. * Implement a dashboard for tracking and resolution of queries from suppliers. * Manage property payments and revenues. * Ensure effective implementation of the property expenditure management system. * Manage property revenues. * Ensure effectiveness of the Property Asset Register. * Manage the authorisation of creditors’ payments and customer master file. * Manage litigation and/or arbitration related to property payments and revenue. * Maintain sound financial governance and processes and ensure the implementation of measures for improving audit outcomes. * Prevent and detect irregular expenditure, fruitless and wasteful expenditure, and unauthorised expenditure. * Ensure that the register is updated with all reported cases of irregular expenditure, fruitless expenditure, unauthorised expenditure, lost, stolen, and damaged assets. * Monitor adherence to all internal policies and practices. * Review management reports and implement audit plans. * Ensure regular progress reports on audit plans. * Ensure effective document control and safeguard of source documents. * Ensure that reconciliation, journals, and payments are fully supported. * Ensure timeous and accurate response to the Auditor General. * Manage the Directorate, including: * Establishing and maintaining appropriate internal controls and reporting systems to meet performance expectations. * Maintenance of discipline. * Management of performance and development. * Establishing, implementing, and maintaining efficient and effective communication arrangements. * Developing and managing the operational plan of the directorate and reporting on progress as required. * Compiling and submitting all required administrative reports. * Serving on transverse task teams as required. * Quality control of work delivered by employees. * Monitoring the budget and expenditures of the Financial accounting directorate. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualification:** A minimum qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) in Financial Accounting/ Financial Management/Auditing or related field of study. * **Experience:** A minimum of 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Accrual Based Accounting Principles. * **Knowledge:** Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Regulations, National Treasury regulations, guidelines and directives (MTEF, ENE), preferential procurement policy, Government supply chain management framework, Government Budget systems and procedures, Government Financial Systems and Financial prescripts (GAAP and GRAP). * **Skills:** 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, Ability to communicate at all levels, and Analytical thinking. **Who should apply** Ideal candidates will possess a minimum NQF Level 7 qualification in Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Auditing, or a related field, coupled with at least 5 years of middle to senior managerial experience specifically in accrual-based accounting principles. Applicants should demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of public finance legislation and regulations, government financial systems, and financial prescripts (GAAP and GRAP). Strong abilities in planning, problem-solving, interpersonal communication, research, report writing, management, numerical analysis, and analytical thinking are essential for effectively managing complex financial operations, budget planning, and ensuring robust financial governance. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-public-works-and-infrastructure-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-2026-375 Source: govpage

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