Assistant Director: Reporting, Ref No. CAS 15/2026

Job Purpose

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to coordinate, review and undertake the implementation of financial accounting systems and procedures in line with relevant legislation, regulations frameworks and departmental policies and procedures. To manage in-year and annual reports on recorded financial affairs and financial systems.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year B-Degree in Financial Management at NQF level 7 (equivalent or higher); A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Monitor and analyse expenditure of the sub-directorate's approved budget by reviewing expenditure reports, and reporting on spending trends and variances; Develop, maintain, and implement the Interim and Annual Financial Statements (IFS and AFS) Action Plan, ensuring compliance with Modified Cash Standards (MCS) and the Accounting Manual for Departments (AMD); Manage the preparation, quality review, and timely submission of IFS and AFS to Provincial Treasury and the Auditor-General, and coordinate responses to audit queries throughout the audit process; Consolidate and validate financial information, ensuring all figures are supported by complete, accurate, and certified documentation; Review, test, and validate financial reporting templates, accounting policies, formulas, and disclosures to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements; Research, analyse, and interpret accounting standards and guidelines updates (MCS and AMD), and provide guidance on the implementation of new or amended financial reporting requirements.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Policy development; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act-PFMA); National Treasury regulations (NTR's), Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions-PTI's); Financial Systems including Enterprise Content Management (ECM); Modified Cash Standards and Accounting Manual for Departments; and Report writing. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration

R 487 197 - R 573 897 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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