Assistant Director: Financial Planning x1
Job Details
Position: Assistant Director: Financial Planning, Budget Monitoring and Reporting
Reference Number: DSDFS 27/26
Location: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
Salary: R468,459 per annum (Level 09)
Application Method: Email application to Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za
Re-advertisement: Applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply
Job Overview
This role is responsible for budget planning, monitoring, and reporting within the provincial office. The Assistant Director ensures compliance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations, prepares accurate expenditure reports, monitors budgets, and supports programme managers in effective budget management.
Job Description
The Assistant Director facilitates the budget process, monitors departmental expenditures, ensures compliance with regulations, and prepares internal and external reports and presentations. The role also oversees administrative functions, workflow management, and staff development in the financial planning unit.
Key Responsibilities
Budget Planning & Monitoring
Facilitate and assist with compiling all budget planning and related documents
Ensure all budget processes comply with PFMA and Treasury Regulations
Monitor budgets continuously: expenditure trends, actual expenditure, commitments, deviations, and projections
Assist Programme Managers with effective management of allocated budgets
Control SCOA segments and BAS codes related to budgeting
Assist with shifting of funds (virements) and reporting thereof
Reporting & Analysis
Compile accurate and reliable expenditure reports
Prepare presentations for internal and external stakeholders
Staff Supervision & Administration
Perform administration functions for the section
Monitor performance of employees
Determine workflow requirements and training needs
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
Relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management at NQF Level 6
Experience
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Public Sector Financial Administration
Knowledge & Skills
Understanding of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and public sector budgeting
High-level computer literacy, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Enquiries
Contact Person: Ms. Sonja van der Merwe
Tel: 066 487 6197
How to Apply
Submit applications via email: Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za
Include the reference number DSDFS 27/26 in the application