MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 Certificate. A Honours degree /Post Graduate Degree or qualification in the fields of Accounting, Finance, Economics registered or Equivalent on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF level 8 with a minimum of 120 credits or Chartered Accountant (SA).
A minimum of seven (07) years' experience at middle management level as a financial manager or related role.
A proven successful organizational transformation and turnaround of a large/medium corporate/ public sector. Project management skills.
A qualification related to the National Treasury Competency Requirements for Senior Officials, e.g. CPMD/MFMP/ELMDP will be an added advantage. Computer literacy in Word, Excel and Windows programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide strategic leadership, support and advise to the Municipality regarding financial management functions as prescribed by the Municipal Finance Management Act, Act No.56 of 2003 (MFMA), Treasury Regulations and other financial prescripts;
Overall management of the budget; Develop and implement key strategic business plans including supply chain management, Revenue Management, Expenditure Management and Budget and Reporting; Prepare and implement municipal budget; Prepare annual financial statements and other mandatory financial management reports.
Establish and maintain financial policies, practices, and procedures for the Municipality; Perform duties and functions delegated to the Chief Financial Officer in line with the MFMA and as delegated by the Accounting Officer.
Prepare and submit required reports to the Municipal Manager and relevant municipal structures; Ensure support to category B Municipalities in the district on corporate related matters; Develop and implement the Departmental Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP). Reporting to the Municipal Manager the incumbent will be responsible to lead, direct and manage staff within the Financial Services department so that they are able to meet their departmental and organizational objectives.
A driver's license is essential. Further note that all shortlisted applicants will be subjected to security vetting clearance, and information verification and there will be a need for signing of an employment contract, a performance agreement and disclosure of financial interest.