About the Role
The Government Printing Works (GPW) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Deputy Director: Management Accounting to join their team in Pretoria. This pivotal role is essential for ensuring the financial health and accountability of the GPW, which plays a crucial part in the public service sector. By managing financial reporting and compliance, you will contribute to the effective allocation of resources and the overall fiscal responsibility of government operations, directly impacting the community and public service in South Africa.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of financial management, compiling critical monthly and quarterly management reports, overseeing revenue and expenditures, and providing strategic guidance for decision-making processes. Your work will not only support the leadership team in achieving their objectives but also ensure compliance with national regulations, thereby enhancing the integrity of financial practices within the government sector.
About the Department
The Government Printing Works (GPW) is committed to providing high-quality printing services to various government departments and institutions. With a mandate to ensure transparency and accountability in financial management, the GPW plays a vital role in promoting good governance. Working within this department means being part of a team that values integrity and strives to deliver excellent public service, helping to foster trust and confidence among citizens in South Africa.
What You’ll Do
- Compile and present monthly and quarterly management account reports
- Manage financial revenue, expenditure, and accounting reporting functions
- Provide feedback and analysis to business unit heads and the CEO
- Monitor and maintain an efficient bookkeeping system and financial controls
- Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations
- Oversee the development and execution of financial reporting strategies
- Analyze financial statements and profitability by product line
- Provide inputs on annual spending plans aligned with business objectives
- Manage and evaluate the performance of subordinates, facilitating staff training and development
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate along with a degree in Financial Management or Finance (NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA)
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience at an Assistant Director level in a financial/accounting environment
- A valid driver’s license
- Strong knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework and financial management principles
- Familiarity with the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and cost accounting practices
- Excellent communication skills to interact with all levels of management
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
A Grade 12 plus degree (equivalent to NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Financial Management or Finance.A minimum of 3 years’ experience at an Assistant Director level in a financial/accounting environment.
Valid Driver’s licence.
Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework.
Knowledge of the PFMA, Financial Management, National Treasury Regulations, prescripts, cost accounting and business practices.
Other: Travelling may be required.
Extended working hours may be required.
Ability to communicate with all levels of management.
Job Duties
Compile monthly/quarterly management account reports: Manage the financial revenue, expenditure, and accounting reporting functions within the GPW.Provide monthly/quarterly feedback to Business units Head and the CEO.
Managing the analysing and reporting on income, expenditure, assets and liabilities.
Monitor an efficient and effective bookkeeping system and financial control within the GPW.
Provide strategic guidance in decision-making on reporting, compliance or regulatory matters.
Ensure the development and execution of financial reporting strategies and systems: Analyse financial statements and quarterly reports.
Analyse profitability by product line and reporting on it through a sales profitable report.
Analyse the consumption rates of printing equipment.
Monitor waste disposal levels/ratio.
Provide inputs to the annual spending plans aligned to the business plan for the coming year.
Review all Directorate policies.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and directives: Ensure compliance with the PFMA and Treasury Regulations, requirements.
Ensure proper responses to audit findings and requests for information.
Compile/oversee reporting in terms of the Public Finance Management Act.
Oversee/Review compliance reports/certificate.
Manage the Sub-directorate: Monitor and ensure proper utilisation and maintenance of equipment.
Evaluate and monitor performance appraisal of subordinates.
Ensure capacity building and training of staff.
Implement workplace discipline.
Provide inputs on the development/review of Business plans with clear roles and responsibilities assigned with the resource’s requirements identified.
