Assistant Director: Financial Reporting, Ref No. WCMD 04/2026

Details

Closing Date 2026/04/13

Reference Number WCG260225-6

Tracking Number WCMD 04/2026

Job Title Assistant Director: Financial Reporting, Ref No. WCMD 04/2026

Department Western Cape Mobility Department

Salary level 9

Enquiries Mr Y Gqamlana at

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town/Maitland

Job Purpose

Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to execute and manage processes to ensure valid, accurate and complete information pertaining to assets, leases (finance and operating) and unspent conditional grants and receipts. This post is based in Maitland.

An appropriate 3-year B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Accounting or related qualification; A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience in financial reporting environment; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Manage and control the following: Asset registers and Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA); All aspects regarding unspent conditional grants; input, processing and reporting of PPE, intangible- and heritage assets; All aspects regarding finance leases; All aspects regarding operating leases; Maintain programmes for the preparation of financial statements and in-year monitoring.

Knowledge of the following: Operation of a Trading Entity, GMT policies and SOP's, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, Public Finance management Act (Act 1 of 1999); Financial Procedures, Financial Delegations, Financial Instructions, Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures; FleetMan system, MSOffice, Outlook, Oracle EBS, GRAP.

Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Organisational; Financial reporting; Supervisory skills; Good problem solving; Conflict resolution; Analytical thinking; Ability to interpret relevant directives and policies; Communication (Verbal and writing) skills; Numerical; self-motivated; Work under pressure; Systematic approach; Innovative thinking; Leadership.

R 468459 - R 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.

Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.

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 . 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.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.