About the Role
The Department of Social Development is actively seeking an Assistant Director: Systems Control to join its dedicated team at the Head Office located in the heart of Polokwane, Limpopo. This critical role is designed for individuals who possess a passion for ensuring the integrity and security of financial systems within the public service. By implementing robust security measures and overseeing vital financial processes, you will play an essential part in maintaining the community’s trust in government financial operations.
In this position, you will be responsible for safeguarding sensitive financial information and ensuring compliance with established procedures. Your contributions will directly influence the efficiency and transparency of public funds, ultimately benefiting the citizens of South Africa. This role is an excellent opportunity for professionals eager to make a meaningful impact in the public service sector.
About the Department
The Department of Social Development is committed to promoting social welfare and improving the quality of life for all South Africans. With a focus on social justice and equity, the department plays a vital role in addressing the needs of vulnerable populations through various programs and initiatives. Working within this department allows you to contribute to meaningful change in society by ensuring that financial systems are effectively managed and controlled, thereby enhancing public service delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Implement and enforce security control measures across all financial systems.
- Review and manage user access rights to ensure compliance with segregation of duties.
- Provide helpdesk support to all users of financial systems, troubleshooting issues as they arise.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for financial processes.
- Maintain the departmental standard chart of accounts and security profiles.
- Monitor interfaces between various transversal systems, including banks, LOGIS, PERSAL, and BAS.
- Prepare payment reports and facilitate the closure of financial books while ensuring suspense accounts are cleared.
- Assist in the preparation of the department’s annual financial statement and ensure proper financial reporting.
What You’ll Need
- Grade 12 and an NQF level 6 qualification in Financial Management, Accounting, Auditing, Cost Management Accounting, or a related field recognized by SAQA.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience at a supervisory level in a financial environment.
- A valid motor vehicle driver’s license (not required for persons with disabilities).
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Public Service Regulations.
- Strong leadership, management, communication, conflict resolution, project management, and problem-solving skills.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 in Financial Management / Accounting / Auditing / Cost / Management Accounting or equivalent qualification in the relevant field or area as recognised by SAQA.A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience at supervisory level.
Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities).
Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, Policies and procedures.
Knowledge of transversal systems specifically related to system controlling.
Leadership & Management skills.
Financial reporting skills.
Communications skills.
Conflict management skills.
Project Management skills.
Problem solving skills.
Job Duties
Ensure proper security control in all financial systems (Transversal systems).Implement and enforce segregation of duties in the financial systems.
Reviews of user’s access rights.
Provide helpdesk facilities to all financial systems users.
Develop and ensure implementation of procedure manuals or standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
Maintain departmental standard chart of accounts and security profile.
Monitor the interface and transversal system on banks, LOGIS, PERSAL and BAS.
Download and prepare payment within 30 days report from Vulindlela.
Facilitate closure of books and monitor clearance of suspense accounts.
Ensure proper financial reporting of the department.
Assist in the preparations of the annual financial statement of the department.
