Exciting Leadership Opportunity: Assistant Director in Financial Management
Are you an experienced finance professional with strong supervisory skills and a passion for meticulous work? The Department of Defence (DOD) is seeking a dedicated and conscientious Assistant Director to join their team in Pretoria. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role within a critical government division, managing the final payment processes for ex-employees and ensuring a zero-defect environment.
Position Details at a Glance
- Post: Assistant Director
- Reference Number: FMD/01/06/25/03
- Salary: R444,036 – R532,602 per annum (Level 9)
- Centre: Pretoria
- Closing Date: 28 February 2025
Do You Have What It Takes? Key Requirements
To be considered for this prestigious role, you will need to meet the following criteria:
- A Grade 12 certificate (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
- A three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Finance or Accounting.
- A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience at a level equivalent to a Senior State Accountant (Level 8).
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
- In-depth knowledge of mathematical and accounting principles with excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Strong supervisory and team leadership skills.
- Proficiency in computer systems, specifically the Persol/Persal systems and Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- A conscientious, motivated, and detail-oriented approach, aiming for accuracy in a zero-defect environment.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, under pressure, and to finalize tasks decisively.
Your Key Responsibilities
As the Assistant Director, your duties will be both strategic and hands-on, including:
- Overseeing the accurate execution of accounting processes for financial benefits paid to ex-employees of the DOD.
- Ensuring correct calculations for leave payments, pro-rata service bonuses, and the recovery of overpaid amounts, in strict accordance with prescribed rules.
- Supervising, guiding, and training Finance Clerk Supervisors and Finance Clerks.
- Capturing, authorizing, and approving final payment transactions on the Persol and Financial Management System (FMS).
- Safeguarding all accounting records, documentation, and files for audit purposes.
- Assisting with ministerial and Auditor-General enquiries related to final payments.
- Managing all personnel, assets, and information under your control effectively.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Z83 form, which must be originally signed and dated. This form must be accompanied by a detailed CV.
Submit your application via one of the following methods:
- Post: Financial Management Division, DFSS, Career Management Section, Private Bag X137, Pretoria, 0001.
- Email: [email protected]
- Hand Delivery (Pretoria area only): Poynton building, 195 Bosman Street, Pretoria. Place in wooden post box number 5 at Reception.
Important Notes for Applicants
- Applications without the correctly completed and signed Z83 form will be disqualified.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications (not older than six months).
- Applicants must apply for each post separately.
- The successful candidate will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship, financial/asset check, qualification verification) and a security clearance process.
- If you have not received feedback within three (3) months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries
For more information about the role, please contact:
Mr J.G. Lottering
Telephone: (012) 392 2413
Don’t miss this chance to advance your career in public service finance. Apply before the closing date on Friday, 28 February 2025!
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