Deputy Director: Financial Management x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Deputy Director: Financial Management
- Reference Number: FMTE 01/10/2026
- Post Number: POST 37/135
- Department: Free State Department of Transport (Fleet-related entity, based on the supplied advert)
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
- Salary: R932,292 per annum
- Salary Level: Level 11
- Employment Type: Not specified in the supplied extract
- Number of Positions: 1
- Enquiries: Mr. L. Leiee – 082 835 0088
- Application Email: fleetassistantdir@freetrans.gov.za
- Closing Date: Not provided in the supplied extract
Job Description
The Deputy Director: Financial Management will provide strategic financial leadership and oversee financial planning, reporting, revenue management, expenditure control and compliance with applicable public-sector financial legislation.
Based in Bloemfontein, the successful candidate will help ensure sound financial governance, accurate accounting records, effective cash-flow management and the preparation of financial statements in accordance with the Standards of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP).
The position also involves managing financial risks, overseeing audit preparations, monitoring payroll and revenue collection, and supervising staff and other resources. The ideal candidate must have substantial financial management experience, strong leadership skills and an in-depth understanding of public-sector financial management requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning and Reporting
- Facilitate financial planning for the entity.
- Prepare monthly financial reports and monitor cash flow.
- Ensure compliance with applicable financial policies, legislation and regulations.
- Perform year-end financial procedures.
- Assist with preparing financial statements in accordance with GRAP.
- Prepare audit files and supporting documentation required by the Auditor-General.
- Identify, prepare and authorise correcting journals where required.
- Compile and maintain a detailed asset register for leased assets in accordance with GRAP.
Revenue and Debt Management
- Manage revenue-related functions, including calculating the entity’s tariffs.
- Prepare quarterly lease schedules for clients.
- Monitor revenue collection and expenditure against the applicable policy and legislative framework.
- Ensure effective cashiering, banking, debt management and financial reporting services.
- Monitor revenue-related processes and ensure that controls are implemented effectively.
Expenditure and Accounting Management
- Analyse fleet expenditure to identify financial risks and irregularities.
- Authorise transactions on the Basic Accounting System (BAS), in accordance with delegated authority.
- Monitor payroll and expenditure management processes.
- Perform accounting functions, including identifying and authorising journals.
- Ensure that expenditure is properly controlled and aligned with the entity’s strategic objectives.
Compliance, Risk and Governance
- Ensure adherence to the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and GRAP requirements.
- Apply relevant public-service legislation, policies and financial procedures.
- Support sound financial governance, accountability and risk management.
- Analyse financial information and recommend corrective measures where necessary.
Human Resources and Resource Management
- Manage human, financial and equipment resources.
- Supervise staff performance, development and training.
- Address disciplinary matters and oversee leave administration.
- Promote teamwork, accountability and effective service delivery.
- Ensure that resources are used efficiently and spending supports strategic objectives.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- A SAQA-recognised degree or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7 in Accounting and/or Financial Management.
- Completed articles with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) or the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA).
- A valid driver’s licence.
Relevant Experience
- At least five years of relevant financial experience.
- A minimum of three years of experience at management level.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
Candidates should have:
- Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting and financial reporting.
- A working knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
- Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and GRAP standards.
- An understanding of public-service legislation, policies and procedures.
- The ability to interpret financial policies and legislation.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access, as the role involves working with large databases.
- Experience in financial planning, revenue management, expenditure control and audit preparation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and risk-management skills.
Required Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Strategic capability and leadership.
- People management and empowerment.
- Financial management expertise.
- Knowledge management.
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Customer focus and service delivery.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Planning, organisation and decision-making abilities.
- The ability to manage teams and work effectively under pressure.
- Strong ethical conduct, accountability and attention to detail.
Salary and Benefits
The advertised salary is R932,292 per annum at Salary Level 11.
The supplied extract does not specify additional benefits or the detailed remuneration package.