About the Role
The Chief Financial Officer position at the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure in Bloemfontein offers a unique opportunity to engage in strategic financial leadership that directly impacts the efficiency and effectiveness of public service in South Africa. This role is vital in ensuring sound financial governance and compliance with essential legislative frameworks like the Public Finance Management Act. By leading the financial direction of the department, you will contribute significantly to the community’s well-being and the sustainable management of public resources.
As the Chief Financial Officer, you will be at the helm of financial management strategies that promote accountability and transparency. Your leadership will not only influence the internal workings of the department but also resonate with the broader goals of the South African government to provide better services to its citizens. This role is a cornerstone in fostering financial sustainability while enhancing the overall operational efficiency of the public sector.
About the Department
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is dedicated to the efficient use of public resources while promoting infrastructure development across South Africa. Its mission includes providing strategic oversight of government infrastructure projects, ensuring that they align with national priorities and contribute to economic growth. Working here means being part of a team that values integrity, accountability, and transparency in public service, making a meaningful difference in the lives of South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Provide strategic financial leadership and direction to the department.
- Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations.
- Develop, implement and improve financial management strategies, systems, and internal controls.
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and expenditure management across the department.
- Ensure accurate and reliable financial records in line with prescribed standards.
- Prepare and submit statutory financial reports to relevant stakeholders.
- Manage departmental budgets, including monitoring and forecasting.
- Oversee procurement, contract management, and asset management functions.
- Foster a culture of accountability and transparency within the department.
- Lead and mentor a team, promoting high performance and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Need
- A recognized BCOM degree in Accounting, Financial Management, Commerce, or Economics.
- At least five years of experience at a Senior Management Service level in financial management.
- Completion of the Nyukela Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before appointment.
- Extensive knowledge of Public Service financial management practices.
- A valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
To apply for the above position, please apply online at the application instructions below.
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Requirements
Appropriate BCOM (NQ7) in Accounting, Financial Management, Commerce, Economics or an equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA, and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Senior Management Service (SMS) level in financial management.The Nyukela Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme is to be completed before appointment to the post.
Extensive knowledge of and experience in Public Service financial management; Valid driver’s licence.
Appointment is subject to the following: Performance Agreement, Personnel Suitability Checks, SMS Contract, Competency Assessment, and Financial Disclosure.
Job Duties
Provide strategic financial leadership and direction to the Department by ensuring sound financial governance, prudent financial management, and compliance with the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and other applicable legislative and regulatory frameworks.Provide strategic financial advice and support to the Accounting Officer and Executive Management on all matters with financial, governance and strategic implications.
Develop, implement and continuously improve financial management strategies, policies, systems, standards and internal controls to promote sound financial governance.
Ensure effective financial planning, budgeting, expenditure management, revenue management, financial reporting, cash flow management and forecasting across the Department.
Ensure the maintenance of complete, accurate and reliable financial records in accordance with prescribed accounting standards and legislative requirements.
Oversee the preparation and submission of the Department’s and all statutory month, quarterly and annual financial reports to Provincial Treasury, oversight structures and other relevant stakeholders.
Monitor compliance with applicable accounting standards, financial legislation, Treasury Regulations, departmental policies and internal control measures.
Direct and oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of the Department’s Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Annual Budget, 108 Adjustments Budget and budget implementation plans.
Ensure effective management of departmental budgets, including expenditure monitoring, cash flow management, budget forecasting, virements, roll-overs and budget adjustments.
Align financial planning and budget allocations with the Department’s Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan and Operational Plans to support the achievement of strategic objective.
Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of management accounting systems to support informed decision-making and financial sustainability.
Provide strategic oversight of Supply Chain Management, procurement, contract management and asset management functions in accordance with the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement legislation and other applicable regulatory prescripts.
Ensure the development and implementation of effective procurement, contract management and asset management policies, systems and controls.
Oversee the preparation and implementation of the Departmental Procurement Plan and ensure alignment with approved strategic priorities and available budgets.
Ensure the effective management, safeguarding, maintenance and accounting of departmental assets.
Establish, implement and maintain an integrated system of internal financial controls to promote accountability, transparency and sound governance.
Coordinate and monitor the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
Facilitate financial assurance processes and strengthen governance through effective risk management and compliance monitoring.
Develop and maintain an appropriate framework of financial delegations to support effective financial administration.
Advise and support the Accounting Officer and Executive Management in fulfilling their responsibilities in terms of the PFM and other applicable legislation.
Develop innovative financial strategies and solutions to improve operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness and value for money in service delivery.
Facilitate the implementation of applicable national and provincial financial norms, standards and best practices across the Department.
Provide strategic oversight of financial management information systems and ensure business continuity arrangements for critical financial systems and services.
Provide strategic leadership and effective management of the Chief Directorate by ensuring sound governance, high performance and continuous improvement.
Lead, develop, mentor and manage employees through effective performance management, coaching, succession planning and capacity building.
Manage the human, financial and physical resources of the Chief Directorate in accordance with applicable legislation and departmental policies.
Develop and manage the Chief Directorate’s operational and budget plans, monitor expenditure, and ensure effective utilisation of allocated resources.
Promote ethical leadership, accountability, good governance and a high-performance organisational culture.
