Chief Financial Officer Gauteng

Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) is actively recruiting for a Chief Financial Officer position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Finance / Accounting / Audit sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 5 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Finance / Accounting / Audit • Location Preference: in Gauteng

Financial professionals like Chief Financial Officer are vital for organizational stability and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to impact business strategy and financial health.

This role in Finance / Accounting / Audit offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Chief Financial Officer position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 5 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Finance / Accounting / Audit field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Finance / Accounting / Audit sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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An appropriate bachelor’s degree NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in the field of Financial Management with a minimum of Five (5) years’ experience at Senior Management Service level in financial management environment. Advanced financial analytical skills and innovativeness. Strong financial management, asset management and supply chain management acumen (SCM). Strong managerial and communication skills (written and verbal). Thorough knowledge of Financial Management and Supply Chain Management Prescripts in the Public Service.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of sound financial, supply chain management to enable Departmental Management to make informed decisions. He/she will ensure an effective budget (MTEF adjusted and compiled), and the preparation of interim financial and unqualified annual financial statements. Maintaining an effective Supply Management System. Ensuring proper maintenance of systems of internal control, cash management, liabilities management and expenditure and revenue management. Identifying, managing and implementing risk and risk mitigation plans for the achievement of GCIS objectives. Furthermore, the incumbent will ensure overall management and control of the Chief-Directorate, Financial Management. Providing strategic advice to the Department in respect of Financial Management. Overseeing the budgeting and expenditure monitoring processes. Presenting the monthly financial reports to the Budget Committee and the Executive Committee. Ensuring the timeous submission of the Government Communication and Information System’s financial documentation to the National Treasury. Providing professional financial advice to the line function managers. Ensuring full compliance to the PFMA, SCM Regulations, Treasury Regulations and all the relevant Acts relating to Auxiliary Services. The applicant must have Strong Financial and Human Resource Management skills. Ability to identify and review strategic risks, oversee and manage the implementation of mitigation plans. Participate in the audit planning process and manage responses to audit queries. Ensure implementation of audit recommendations as outlined in the intervention/action plans. In-depth knowledge of policy formulation, implementation and monitoring. Process Competencies: Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication. Competencies: Strategic leadership and capability; Financial management; Risk management; Corporate governance; Extensive knowledge of the Government Communication Policy; the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa of 1996; the Public Service Act of 1994 and Regulations; Public Administration Management Act of 2014; the Public Finance Management Act of 1999; and other relevant prescripts applicable in the communication sector, in the Public Service and for the entities reporting to the GCIS. Must have a valid driver’s license.