CITY OF JOHANNESBURG - MANAGER: FINANCE (GROUP CORPORATE & SHARED SERVICES)

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MANAGER: FINANCE 
DEPARTMENT: Group Corporate & Shared Services 
BRANCH: Group Human Capital Management (Management Support) 
DESIGNATION: Manager: Finance 
REMUNERATION: R 42 403,58 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
LOCATION: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Grade 12 plus degree/BTech in Accounting/Financial Accounting/Finance (NQF level 7); 
• 5 - 7 years’ experience in Financial Accounting and/or Finance. This experience should include the following areas: 
➢ 2 years finance support within a large enterprise; 
➢ 2 years’ experience in Budget processes; 
➢ Managing finance; 
➢ SAP Finance; 
➢ Financial experience in a municipal environment would be an advantage 
• In-depth and strong knowledge and competencies in financial accounting and/or financial management. 
 
Primary Function:
Lead and manage the key performance and result indicator associated with Finance within Group Human Capital Management (GHCM) through the implementation of laid down policies and procedure. Oversee financial reporting requirements. Providing input into long-term objectives of the Directorate. Set financial planning sequences, manage, and execute accounting procedures and processes. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Manage and lead the Management Strategic Support (MSS) Finance Section in terms of compliance and service provided; 
• Mange GHCM compliance to the City’s Supply Chain Management policies and procedures; 
• Represent GHCM in various finance forums and structures where financial management issues are discussed; 
• Develop an operation plan for the finance function. 
• Manage staff and constraints in the finance function; 
• Manage GHCM compliance with the City’s Asset Management policies and procedures. 
• Governance and risk management for the finance function with GHCM; 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SAP and any other Accounting package; 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels including report writing; 
• Excellent planning, organising and time management skills; 
 
Core Competencies: 
• Attention to detail; 
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and withhold confidentiality information; 
• Ability to use sound judgement and make decisions pertaining to day-to-day responsibilities; 
• Ability to work independently and where necessary take key decisions in complex situations with the associated responsibility and accountability; 
• Ability to multitask and deliver according to deadlines; 
• Excellent ability to effectively manage staff and other resources; 
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships; 
• Ability to work under pressure. 
 
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities. 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1h71HHlpBRECKJZYjqH_Ybgew554  
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za  
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Regina Hartley 
Tel No: 011 407 7191 
 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 04 OCTOBER 2022 
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: 
• Credit Record, 
• CV validation and 
• Employment record verification, 
• Criminal check, and 
• Identity validation.