Chief Financial Officer

Closing Date: 20 December 2021
Salary: Negotiable

REQUIREMENTS

• At least a Bachelor degree in the fields of Accounting, Finance, Economics OR a relevant qualification registered on the National qualifications Framework at NQF level 7 with a minimum of 360 credits; or B Degree in an applicable field at an acceptable Institution.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience at middle management level (at least reported to a section 56 manager);
• Compliance with the National Treasury Regulations on the Required Minimum Competency Level in Unit Standards for Chief Financial Officers;
• Sound knowledge of and exposure to local government operations and municipal financial management; * Solid knowledge and understanding of the relevant policies and legislation and a good understanding of Institutional governance systems and performance management; In-depth knowledge of local government legislation and the statutory requirements pertaining to the post;
• A high degree of aptitude for strategic /operational planning and management, decision making, leadership, innovation and motivation;
• Experience in compilation of budget and Annual Finance Statements * Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and Preferential Procurement policy Framework Act, 2000;
• Excellent management and computer skills:
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape: • South African citizenship;
• A Valid Code B driver`s license / No criminal record

The post is subject to a fixed term contract of employment as well as acceptable conduct and performance during the term. Appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract and performance agreement. The appointment will be done in accordance with the regulations on appointment and conditions of employment for senior managers.

PLEASE NOTE:

1. Appointment will be made according to the Council's Employment Equity Plan, which ensures representation of designated groups in the Municipality.
2. It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous employers and references may be contacted. Verification may be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit record.
3. All applications must be submitted with a detailed CV and fully completed application form, as available from the Website. and are to be forwarded to Aldrick Hendricks at Private Bag X53 or 33 Church Street, Prince Albert 6930. For enquiries contact tel no: 023-5411 320.
4. NO certificates should be included with applications.
5. Original Qualification Certificates and Certificates of Service must however be produced at any resultant interviews. Failure to produce original certificates and/or certificates of service at said interview will result in immediate disqualification of the applicant.
6. ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
7. The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests.
8. Fraudulent qualifications or documents will immediately disqualify any application.
9. A candidate who canvasses any councilor and / or senior official for preference will be disqualified immediately.
10. Short-listed applicants will be screened for criminal records and/or pending criminal cases and their qualifications will be verified.
11. Please note that incomplete or incorrectly completed application forms will not be considered.

CLOSING DATE: 20 DECEMBER 2022