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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Provincial Administration: Northern Cape

Salary band

R 932 292

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

DSAC/2026/02

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Department

Provincial Administration: Northern Cape

Location

Kimberley

Salary

R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma at (NQF level 7) in Financial Management / Management Accounting. At least 3 years’ relevant experience in Management Accounting at an Assistant Director level. Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and relevant government policies regulating management accounting in Government: Generally, Recognised Accounting Practices (GRAP). Computer literate especially in Microsoft Excel. The ability to meet deadlines, good communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills. Good understanding and interpretation of policies & procedures. Ability to provide input to policy development &/or review. Mathematical skills, Interpersonal skills, Ethical conduct.

Duties

Manage the financial planning, budgeting and reporting sub-directorate: Monitor the policy and legislative framework to ensure that cognizance is taken of new developments. Develop and maintain policies and processes. Monitor cash flow and submit cash flow reports and plans as required. Monitor compliance with financial prescripts. Provide advice and guidance to role players on the use of forecasting methods and tools. Undertake financial planning, budgeting and reporting work as requires: Ensure that information for planning purposes are collected and analysed properly. Manage, review, analyse and quality assure the budget preparation process. Coordinate, review, analyse and quality assure the management accounting reporting processes.; Manage the roll-over, adjustment estimates (ENE), and virement process: Ensure that information on the requirement for role-over requests are disseminated to responsibility and program managers. Ensure that all roll-over requests are considered, proposal developed submitted to the CFO for consideration. Ensure that the approved roll-overs are incorporated in the adjustments budgets. Assess the need for additional funds required from the adjustment estimates process trough monitoring of expenditure trends. Ensure the assessment of expenditure trends and the development of proposals on the virement or shifting of funds. Manage the sub-directorate financial planning, budgeting and reporting: Maintenance of discipline. Management of performance and development. Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions. Establish implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan of the sub-directorate and report on progress as required. Develop implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work. Compile and submit all required administrative reports. Serve on transverse task teams as required. Procurement and asset management. Planning and allocate work. Quality control of work delivered by employees. Functional technical advice and guidanc

About finance and accounting roles in South Africa

Finance professionals are in consistent demand across the South African public and private sectors. The National Treasury, Auditor-General's office, and all provincial treasury departments regularly advertise financial management and accounting posts. In the private sector, CA(SA) qualification holders remain among the most sought-after professionals in the country. Many public sector finance roles require knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA).

·For government finance roles, experience with PFMA compliance and BAS (Basic Accounting System) is highly valued.

·SAICA, SAIPA, and CIMA designations should be prominently listed on your CV with registration numbers and status.

·Junior finance roles in government are typically graded at salary levels 6 to 8 and require a relevant three-year degree or diploma.

·Internal audit roles in the public sector require knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Northern Cape. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·Bachelor’s Degree / Advanced Diploma at (NQF level 7) in Financial Management / Management Accounting
·At least 3 years’ relevant experience in Management Accounting at an Assistant Director level
·Knowledge and skills: Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and relevant government policies regulating management accounting in Government: Generally, Recognised Accounting Practices (GRAP)
·Computer literate especially in Microsoft Excel
·The ability to meet deadlines, good communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills
·Good understanding and interpretation of policies & procedures
·Ability to provide input to policy development &/or review
·Mathematical skills, Interpersonal skills, Ethical conduct

Key Duties

·Manage the financial planning, budgeting and reporting sub-directorate: Monitor the policy and legislative framework to ensure that cognizance is taken of new developments
·Develop and maintain policies and processes
·Monitor cash flow and submit cash flow reports and plans as required
·Monitor compliance with financial prescripts
·Provide advice and guidance to role players on the use of forecasting methods and tools
·Undertake financial planning, budgeting and reporting work as requires: Ensure that information for planning purposes are collected and analysed properly
·Manage, review, analyse and quality assure the budget preparation process
·Coordinate, review, analyse and quality assure the management accounting reporting processes
·Manage the roll-over, adjustment estimates (ENE), and virement process: Ensure that information on the requirement for role-over requests are disseminated to responsibility and program managers
·Ensure that all roll-over requests are considered, proposal developed submitted to the CFO for consideration

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sprecruit40@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 932 292. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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