Chief Financial Officer x1
Job Overview / Description
- Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Reference Number: VOCMA 08
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Salary: R1,266,714 per annum (Level 13, all-inclusive package)
Job Purpose:
To provide strategic financial leadership and management oversight within the Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency (VOCMA) to ensure sound financial practices, compliance with relevant legislation, and the achievement of the organisation’s financial and operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Oversee all financial and management accounting activities including budgeting, revenue collection, payroll, banking, supply chain, and asset management.
-
Ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP), Treasury Regulations, and other relevant policies.
-
Develop, implement, and maintain internal control systems, accounting policies, and procedures.
-
Provide strategic financial advice to the executive management and the Board.
-
Lead financial planning, risk management, and cost management strategies.
-
Monitor financial reporting and ensure timely, accurate submissions to internal and external stakeholders.
-
Manage annual audit processes and respond to audit findings and recommendations.
-
Direct corporate support services including human resources, IT, and office facilities to support organisational objectives.
-
Manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and staff performance to enhance service delivery.
-
Stay updated with trends in financial management, accounting, and public sector governance.
Requirements:
-
Relevant Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Accounting, Financial Management, or related field.
-
Postgraduate qualification or professional designation is an advantage.
-
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in financial management, with at least 5 years at middle or senior managerial level.
-
Extensive knowledge of PFMA, GRAP, Treasury Regulations, and local government/public sector regulations.
-
Strong leadership, strategic planning, change management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
-
Proven ability to manage financial systems, audit processes, and corporate support functions.
Behavioural Competencies:
-
Strategic capability and leadership
-
Programme and project management
-
Attention to detail and financial management
-
Change management and knowledge management
-
Client orientation and customer focus
-
Accountability and ethical conduct
-
People management and empowerment
Application Process:
Submit applications online via https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/. For enquiries, contact Mr. C Greve at (012) 336 5826.