About the Role
The Department of Finance is seeking a dedicated professional for the position of Assistant Director: Financial Planning in Pretoria, Gauteng. This role plays a crucial part in the financial management of the department, ensuring that budget processes are executed seamlessly to support various government initiatives. As an Assistant Director, you will be at the heart of financial planning, helping to allocate resources effectively and monitor budget implementations that directly impact public services in the community.
In this position, you will collaborate with various stakeholders to compile and manage budgets, which are vital for the operational success of government programs. Your contributions will not only aid in the financial health of the department but also enhance the quality of services delivered to the citizens of South Africa. By ensuring sound financial practices, you will help foster transparency, accountability, and efficiency within the public sector, thereby making a tangible difference in your community.
About the Department
The Department of Finance is responsible for managing the financial resources of the government, ensuring that funds are allocated wisely and utilized effectively. Its mission is to provide sound financial management and oversight, promoting good governance and fiscal responsibility across all levels of public service. Working in this department means being part of a team that is dedicated to enhancing the economic stability and growth of South Africa, making it a meaningful career choice for those passionate about making a difference.
What You’ll Do
- Initiate the annual budget compilation process and develop inputs for budget frameworks.
- Manage branch budget processes in accordance with established action plans.
- Attend information sessions to support budget program managers.
- Consolidate budget input from the branch and monitor budget adherence.
- Oversee the implementation of budget adjustments and ensure accurate capturing within the Basic Accounting System (BAS).
- Advise responsibility managers on budget reallocations and prepare realignment documents quarterly.
- Maintain budget structures and monitor monthly balancing reports.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting, or equivalent qualifications (NQF Level 6).
- At least 3 years of experience at a supervisory level in a budget planning environment.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of budget systems, financial accounting principles, and generally accepted accounting practices.
- Strong skills in project management, team management, and problem-solving.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Advanced computer literacy, especially in Excel and other accounting software.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or by email to [email protected].
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Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Financial Management / Cost and Management Accounting / or equivalent qualifications (NQF Level 6).Minimum 57 of 3 years of experience at a supervisory level in the budget planning environment.
A valid driver's licence.
Job related knowledge: Budget systems.
Computer accounting software.
Knowledge of Financial Accounting Systems.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Job related skills: Project management.
Team management.
Interpersonal relations.
Budget forecasting.
Advanced Computer literacy (Excel etc.
).
Planning and organising.
Resource planning.
Problem solving and decision making.
Time management.
Business management.
Communication (verbal and written).
Ability to work within a team.
Job Duties
Initiate budget compilation process annually.Develop, implement and evaluate budget inputs for budget framework processes, Adjusted Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE), Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE) and Roll-overs.
Manage Branch budget processes as per the action plan.
Attend information sessions for budget programmes managers.
Consolidate budget input from the Branch.
Monitor budget in accordance with the vote.
Monitor budget implementation for programmes in accordance with the appropriation bill.
Monitor the implementation for capturing the original budget (ENE) and adjust budget (AENE) on Basic Accounting System (BAS) annually.
Manage Standard Charts of Accounts (SCOA) segment aligned to vote.
Monitor and advice responsibility managers to relocate budget to items with negative balance.
Monitor balancing report at the end of the month.
Monitor and advise with the preparation of realignment documents quarterly.
Manage the budget maintenance.
Monitor the implementation of BAS budget structures.
Monitor economic reporting format allocation combinations.
