Deputy Director: Salaries and Transfer Payments x1
Job Details
Position: Deputy Director: Salaries and Transfer Payments
Reference Number: DSDFS NO 09/26
Location: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Salary: R896,436 per annum (Level 11, all-inclusive remuneration package)
Application Method: Email application to Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za
Re-advertisement: Applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply
Job Overview
The Deputy Director oversees the salary administration and transfer payments functions within the department. This senior management role ensures compliance with financial policies and legislation, manages expenditure, oversees accounting and debt management, and supervises staff to ensure accurate and efficient financial operations.
Job Description
This position is responsible for the management, monitoring, and development of policies and processes for salaries, transfers, and related financial functions. The Deputy Director ensures compliance with PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and departmental procedures while providing leadership to the salary and transfer payment teams.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Administration
Oversee salary administration and transfer payments sub-directorates
Monitor and implement policy and legislative frameworks, ensuring compliance with new developments
Manage expenditure for compensation, goods and services, transfers, and subsidies
Oversee debt management and financial reporting
Provide accounting services, including ledgers, journals, and interim/annual financial statements
Leadership & Staff Management
Supervise, allocate, and ensure quality of work for staff
Develop personnel through mentoring and performance management
Ensure operational efficiency and adherence to financial policies
Policy & Process Development
Develop, review, and maintain departmental policies and processes related to salary and transfer payments
Implement effective internal controls to optimize efficiency and compliance
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
Relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management at NQF Level 6
Experience
Minimum 3 years relevant experience in Financial Accounting at supervisory/management (ASD) level
Knowledge & Skills
Extensive knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations
Knowledge of BAS (Basic Accounting System) and PERSAL
Understanding of salary payroll management
Valid driver’s license
Enquiries
Contact Person: Ms. N.P.P. Mtirara
Tel: (051) 409 0605
How to Apply
Submit applications via email: Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za
Include the reference number DSDFS NO 09/26 in the application