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Associate Director - Accounting

Altum Group

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We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Associate Director to join our Real Estate department in Cape Town. This is a key management position. We would expect the Associate Director to have at least 10 years' experience working in an accounting role in a similar organisation. They should hold a relevant professional qualification (CA(SA), SAIPA, or ACCA) and have up to date accounting and tax knowledge and technical skills. The Associate Director, Accounting will advise on all aspects of accounting within the Company and be expected to contribute to the strategic development and growth of the business.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide ongoing support and advice to the accountants working in the client teams on all technical accounting matters under IFRS and other GAAP, ensuring a high standard of accounting and reporting is provided to clients.
  • Provide proactive support to the Group regarding accounting and tax implications of corporate activity.
  • Ensure compliance with the Company's professional conduct, quality and ethical standards.
  • Ensure that all work is conducted in accordance with the Company's internal procedures.
  • Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and security in terms of the Company's and client affairs.
  • Establish credibility with Directors and Shareholders.
  • Provide support to the Boards and other committees on specific projects.
  • Develop and maintain good staff relations generally in the business.
  • Demonstrate strong accounting technical knowledge when dealing with staff and external parties including clients and auditors.
  • Maintain awareness of current industry issues e.g., changes in legislation, relevant accounting standards.
  • Monitor your own performance against personal and development targets.
  • Identify areas where further accounting or tax training is required and arrange for this to be delivered.
  • Provide ongoing accounting technical support to the Client teams in accounting related matters.
  • Perform a detailed review of all complex financial statements and those subject to audit.
  • Liaise with auditors and client management where applicable to ensure that significant accounting issues are cleared enabling financial statements to be finalised within agreed deadlines.
  • Make critical accounting judgements on technical accounting matters in consultation with client directors as necessary, and document decisions made where required by auditors.
  • Liaise with client teams and professional tax advisers ensuring that all clients' tax compliance requirements are met on a timely basis and provide support in dealing with any contentious/judgmental issues.
  • Provide advice in dealing with ongoing VAT/ CIS issues and assist in preparing responses to any compliance checks made by HMRC, carrying out detailed research as required.

Skills & Requirements

  • Continually build knowledge and experience in all areas of IFRS, FRS 102, FRS 102 1A and other recognised GAAP.
  • Hold a suitable professional qualification (CA(SA), SAIPA, ACCA).
  • Strong communications skills to engage at all levels and develop internal and external business relationships.
  • Previous Real Estate accounting and experience.
  • Preferably, candidates should have experience with Yardi.
  • Ensure compliance with procedures and standard documents and contribute to the development of accounting procedures where appropriate.
  • Keep up to date with technology and business tools relevant to the role.
  • Proactively contribute to Knowledge Management and to the development of precedents and procedures.
  • Consider regulatory issues in all aspects of work and report any concerns to senior management as appropriate.
  • Promote teamwork and strong relationships with other staff members.
Seniority level
  • Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type Full-time
Job function
  • Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
  • Industries Financial Services, Accounting, and Investment Management

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Associate director - accounting

Altum Group

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Altum Group City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Join or sign in to find your next job Join to apply for the Associate Director - Accounting role at Altum Group Altum Group City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Associate Director - Accounting role at Altum Group Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Associate Director to join our Real Estate department in Cape Town. This is a key management position. We would expect the Associate Director to have at least 10 years' experience working in an accounting role in a similar organisation. They should hold a relevant professional qualification (CA(SA), SAIPA, or ACCA) and have up to date accounting and tax knowledge and technical skills. The Associate Director, Accounting will advise on all aspects of accounting within the Company and be expected to contribute to the strategic development and growth of the business. Key responsibilities Provide ongoing support and advice to the accountants working in the client teams on all technical accounting matters under IFRS and other GAAP, ensuring a high standard of accounting and reporting is provided to clients. Provide proactive support to the Group regarding accounting and tax implications of corporate activity. Ensure compliance with the Company's professional conduct, quality and ethical standards. Ensure that all work is conducted in accordance with the Company's internal procedures. Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and security in terms of the Company's and client affairs. Establish credibility with Directors and Shareholders. Provide support to the Boards and other committees on specific projects. 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DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Johannesburg, Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development

Posted 13 days ago

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Department of Infrastructure Development

DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

  • Reference Number : refs/023055
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : R 1 266 714.00 - R 1 492 122.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty.
  • Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: /

Requirements :

  • An undergraduate qualification at NQF level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting/ Business Administration. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level. A valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate.COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of GPG and DID policies and procedures. Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations. Understanding DID related projects or agencies. Knowledge of SLAs. Knowledge of the procurement policy and procedures. In depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Financial Delegations and Risk Management. SKILLS: Communication. Report writing. Analytical Presentation. Planning and organising. Leadership. Negotiation, Influencing. ATTRIBUTES - People oriented. Innovative. Credible

Duties :

  • Support the Chief Director and other departmental officials in the execution of their functions in terms of the Public Finance Act and Treasury Regulations. Establish and maintain appropriate systems (analytical tools, information systems and models or projections of cost behaviour) and policies to ensure effective and efficient management of resources. Establish and implement strategic budget systems .Manage performance of the departmental programmes. Manage budget and expenditure and trading accounts of the department. Maintain communication with the CFO and availability of relevant financial information. Maintain full and proper records of financial affairs of the department. Ensure correspondence of departmental expenditure with the vote of the department and the main division within the department. Develop effective and appropriate mechanisms to prevent unauthorised expenditure. Manage the identification of revenue sources. Reconcile revenue records.Manage compliance with the annual Division of Revenue Act. Implement and monitor well-designed best practice revenue models for the department. Manage funds in the unit in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Limit under spending or overspending by the of the departmental budget allocations. Demonstrate knowledge of general concepts of financial planning, budgeting and forecasting and how they interrelate. Manage and monitor financial risk. Continuously look for new opportunities to obtain and save funds. Prepare financial reports and guidelines based on prescribed formats. Understand and weigh up financial implications of propositions. Align expenditure to cash flow projections. Develop corrective measures/actions to ensure alignment of budget to financial resources. Manage client relations and stakeholder management. Manage risks and implementation of risk mitigation strategies. Align the strategic priorities and the workplans of the unit with the priorities of DID. Develop operational plans for Branch and work plans. Manage written contributions to Departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan, etc. Sign performance agreements for the unit based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department. Manage human resources in unit and maintain discipline.Manage training and development of personnel according to agreed training interventions. Manage the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs in their respective Job Descriptions. Provide regular verbal and written feedback (aligned to quarterly performance assessments) to personnel on performance. Mentor and coach personnel. Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for the unit. Provide sufficient guidance to personnel in terms of the service delivery plan, work plans, core business roles and priorities of the Department through quarterly personnel meetings. Manage skills transfer between personnel in the unit and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan & allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance.

Notes :

  • In In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on .Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application for employment form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification.The New Z83 form, obtainable from the GPG Professional Job Centre website, any Public Service Department or the DPSA website all other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates).Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development

Location : Head Office (Johannesburg)

Closing Date : 15-08-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have an undergraduate qualification at NQF level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting?

Do you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level?

Do you a valid driver’s license ?

Do you have a Pre-Entry SMS Certificate?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
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Director: management accounting

Johannesburg, Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development

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Department of Infrastructure Development DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING Reference Number : refs/023055 Number of Posts : 1 Package : R 1 266 714.00 - R 1 492 122.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: / Requirements : An undergraduate qualification at NQF level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting/ Business Administration. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level. A valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate. COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of GPG and DID policies and procedures. Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations. Understanding DID related projects or agencies. Knowledge of SLAs. Knowledge of the procurement policy and procedures. In depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Financial Delegations and Risk Management. SKILLS: Communication. Report writing. Analytical Presentation. Planning and organising. Leadership. Negotiation, Influencing. ATTRIBUTES - People oriented. Innovative. Credible Duties : Support the Chief Director and other departmental officials in the execution of their functions in terms of the Public Finance Act and Treasury Regulations. Establish and maintain appropriate systems (analytical tools, information systems and models or projections of cost behaviour) and policies to ensure effective and efficient management of resources. Establish and implement strategic budget systems. Manage performance of the departmental programmes. Manage budget and expenditure and trading accounts of the department. Maintain communication with the CFO and availability of relevant financial information. Maintain full and proper records of financial affairs of the department. Ensure correspondence of departmental expenditure with the vote of the department and the main division within the department. Develop effective and appropriate mechanisms to prevent unauthorised expenditure. Manage the identification of revenue sources. Reconcile revenue records. Manage compliance with the annual Division of Revenue Act. Implement and monitor well-designed best practice revenue models for the department. Manage funds in the unit in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Limit under spending or overspending by the of the departmental budget allocations. Demonstrate knowledge of general concepts of financial planning, budgeting and forecasting and how they interrelate. Manage and monitor financial risk. Continuously look for new opportunities to obtain and save funds. Prepare financial reports and guidelines based on prescribed formats. Understand and weigh up financial implications of propositions. Align expenditure to cash flow projections. Develop corrective measures/actions to ensure alignment of budget to financial resources. Manage client relations and stakeholder management. Manage risks and implementation of risk mitigation strategies. Align the strategic priorities and the workplans of the unit with the priorities of DID. Develop operational plans for Branch and work plans. Manage written contributions to Departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan, etc. Sign performance agreements for the unit based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department. Manage human resources in unit and maintain discipline. Manage training and development of personnel according to agreed training interventions. Manage the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs in their respective Job Descriptions. Provide regular verbal and written feedback (aligned to quarterly performance assessments) to personnel on performance. Mentor and coach personnel. Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for the unit. Provide sufficient guidance to personnel in terms of the service delivery plan, work plans, core business roles and priorities of the Department through quarterly personnel meetings. Manage skills transfer between personnel in the unit and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan & allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance. Notes : In In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on . Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application for employment form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. The New Z83 form, obtainable from the GPG Professional Job Centre website, any Public Service Department or the DPSA website all other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful. Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development Location : Head Office (Johannesburg) Closing Date : 15-08-2025 Criteria Questions Do you have an undergraduate qualification at NQF level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting? Do you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level? Do you a valid driver’s license ? Do you have a Pre-Entry SMS Certificate? Please Notes : Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Interim CFO Talent Pool - Women in Finance Leadership

Johannesburg, Gauteng Allied Talent Partners

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Interim CFO Talent Pool - Women in Finance Leadership

Interim CFO Talent Pool - Women in Finance Leadership

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Africa

Reporting To: TBD

Description

Allied Talent Partners is a talent marketplace, connecting experienced professionals with climate-related projects and businesses in Africa.

We are building a strategic talent pool of interim CFOs to support mission-aligned organizations in the climate, renewable energy, sustainability, infrastructure, and ESG-linked sectors. These roles will provide executive financial leadership to institutions operating across Africa, often in transitional, growth, or restructuring phases.

This initiative is part of our efforts to support companies in accessing diverse financial expertise aligned with impact and sustainability goals.

Role and Responsibilities

Key Deliverables:
1. Executive Financial Leadership

• Leading financial planning, analysis, and forecasting
• Strengthening internal controls, reporting systems, and compliance
• Overseeing audits, risk management, and financial restructuring
• Supporting fundraising, investor relations, and capital strategy
• Advising on financial implications of ESG integration and climate strategies

2. Strategic Support During Transition
• Bridging leadership gaps during CFO transitions or scale-ups
• Guiding financial transformation for startups and growth-stage ventures
• Supporting post-investment financial oversight for portfolio companies
• Advising on transaction readiness, capital deployment, and governance

Requirements

Who Should Apply
We're looking for experienced CFOs, Finance Directors, or senior finance consultants with:
• Experience in interim or executive finance leadership roles
• Sector knowledge in climate tech, renewable energy, infrastructure, or development finance
• A strong grasp of African business contexts and cross-border financial operations
• Expertise in capital raising, financial modeling, reporting standards, and investor engagement
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven, and impact-oriented environments

Here's why you might want to join our pool:
• Access to mission-aligned organizations at the forefront of climate, sustainability, and energy work across Africa
• Work on high-impact, meaningful financial leadership assignments
• Dedicated ATP support for invoicing, contracting, and payment so you can focus on delivering value
• Help shape financial resilience and gender-inclusive leadership in Africa's green transition

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DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ADMNISTRATION AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES

Johannesburg, Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development

Posted 13 days ago

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Department of Infrastructure Development

DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ADMNISTRATION AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES

  • Reference Number : refs/023060
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : R 1 266 714.00 - R 1 492 122.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty.
  • Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: /

Requirements :

  • An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting/ Business Administration or related qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level. A valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate.COMPETENCIES: knowledge of GPG and DID policies and procedures. Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations. Understanding DID related projects or agencies. Knowledge of SLAs. Knowledge of the procurement policy and procedures. In depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Financial Delegations and Risk Management.SKILLS: Communication. Report writing. Analytical Presentation. Planning and organising. Leadership. Negotiation, Influencing. ATTRIBUTES - People oriented. Innovative. Credible.

Duties :

  • Manage the development and monitoring of financial administration and accounting policies, systems and processes. Manage the provision of delegations and governance frameworks. Manage financial information systems. Manage the provision PAYE, UIF and debt management services. Manage the provision of reconciliation and accounting services. Manage the submission of monthly financial reports. Manage the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements.Manage the analysis of expenditure and provision of financial support to Responsibility Managers. Manage the provision of support to District Maintenance Hubs in terms of expenditure against budgets. Manage the certification of payroll and processing of employee costs, advances, claims and transfers. Manage the allocation and approval of payments on systems. Manage payment-related queries. Sign performance agreements for the Directorate based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department. Manage human resources in the Directorate and maintain discipline. Manage training and development of personnel according to agreed training interventions. Manage the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs in their respective Job Descriptions. Provide regular verbal and written feedback(aligned to quarterly performance assessments) to personnel on performance. Mentor and coach personnel. Determine the Human Resources needs of the Directorate in consultation with Corporate Services. Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for Directorate. Provide sufficient guidance to personnel in terms of the service delivery plan, work plans, core business roles and priorities of the Department through quarterly personnel meetings.Manage and direct skills transfer between personnel in the Directorate and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan and allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance. Manage funds in the Directorate in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Limit under spending or overspending by the Directorate in terms of the departmental budget allocations. Manage client relations and stakeholder management. Manage risks and implementation of risk mitigation strategies. Align the strategic priorities and the work plans of the Directorate with the priorities of GDID. Develop operational plans for Directorate and work plans for each Director in the Directorate. Manage written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan.

Notes :

  • In In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on .Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application for employment form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification.The New Z83 form, obtainable from the GPG Professional Job Centre website, any Public Service Department or the DPSA website all other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates).Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development

Location : Head Office (Johannesburg)

Closing Date : 15-08-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting or related qualification as recognised by SAQA?

Do you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level?

Do you have a valid driver’s license. ?

Do you have a Pre-Entry SMS Certificate?

Please Notes :

  • Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
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Director: financial admnistration and accounting services

Johannesburg, Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development

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Department of Infrastructure Development DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ADMNISTRATION AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES Reference Number : refs/023060 Number of Posts : 1 Package : R 1 266 714.00 - R 1 492 122.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: / Requirements : An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting/ Business Administration or related qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level. A valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate. COMPETENCIES: knowledge of GPG and DID policies and procedures. Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations. Understanding DID related projects or agencies. Knowledge of SLAs. Knowledge of the procurement policy and procedures. In depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Financial Delegations and Risk Management. SKILLS: Communication. Report writing. Analytical Presentation. Planning and organising. Leadership. Negotiation, Influencing. ATTRIBUTES - People oriented. Innovative. Credible. Duties : Manage the development and monitoring of financial administration and accounting policies, systems and processes. Manage the provision of delegations and governance frameworks. Manage financial information systems. Manage the provision PAYE, UIF and debt management services. Manage the provision of reconciliation and accounting services. Manage the submission of monthly financial reports. Manage the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements. Manage the analysis of expenditure and provision of financial support to Responsibility Managers. Manage the provision of support to District Maintenance Hubs in terms of expenditure against budgets. Manage the certification of payroll and processing of employee costs, advances, claims and transfers. Manage the allocation and approval of payments on systems. Manage payment-related queries. Sign performance agreements for the Directorate based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department. Manage human resources in the Directorate and maintain discipline. Manage training and development of personnel according to agreed training interventions. Manage the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs in their respective Job Descriptions. Provide regular verbal and written feedback(aligned to quarterly performance assessments) to personnel on performance. Mentor and coach personnel. Determine the Human Resources needs of the Directorate in consultation with Corporate Services. Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for Directorate. Provide sufficient guidance to personnel in terms of the service delivery plan, work plans, core business roles and priorities of the Department through quarterly personnel meetings. Manage and direct skills transfer between personnel in the Directorate and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan and allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance. Manage funds in the Directorate in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Limit under spending or overspending by the Directorate in terms of the departmental budget allocations. Manage client relations and stakeholder management. Manage risks and implementation of risk mitigation strategies. Align the strategic priorities and the work plans of the Directorate with the priorities of GDID. Develop operational plans for Directorate and work plans for each Director in the Directorate. Manage written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan. Notes : In In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on . Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application for employment form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. The New Z83 form, obtainable from the GPG Professional Job Centre website, any Public Service Department or the DPSA website all other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful. Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development Location : Head Office (Johannesburg) Closing Date : 15-08-2025 Criteria Questions Do you have an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting or related qualification as recognised by SAQA? Do you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level? Do you have a valid driver’s license. ? Do you have a Pre-Entry SMS Certificate? Please Notes : Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Director: financial admnistration and accounting services

Johannesburg, Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development

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Department of Infrastructure Development DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ADMNISTRATION AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES Reference Number : refs/023060 Number of Posts : 1 Package : R 1 266 714.00 - R 1 492 122.00 per annum (All-inclusive Package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion of 30% that may be structured in terms of applicable rules. Which includes state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary). The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty. Enquiries : Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto Tel: / Requirements : An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting/ Business Administration or related qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level. A valid driver’s license. A Pre-Entry SMS Certificate. COMPETENCIES: knowledge of GPG and DID policies and procedures. Relevant legislation and Public Service Regulations. Understanding DID related projects or agencies. Knowledge of SLAs. Knowledge of the procurement policy and procedures. In depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Financial Delegations and Risk Management. SKILLS: Communication. Report writing. Analytical Presentation. Planning and organising. Leadership. Negotiation, Influencing. ATTRIBUTES - People oriented. Innovative. Credible. Duties : Manage the development and monitoring of financial administration and accounting policies, systems and processes. Manage the provision of delegations and governance frameworks. Manage financial information systems. Manage the provision PAYE, UIF and debt management services. Manage the provision of reconciliation and accounting services. Manage the submission of monthly financial reports. Manage the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements. Manage the analysis of expenditure and provision of financial support to Responsibility Managers. Manage the provision of support to District Maintenance Hubs in terms of expenditure against budgets. Manage the certification of payroll and processing of employee costs, advances, claims and transfers. Manage the allocation and approval of payments on systems. Manage payment-related queries. Sign performance agreements for the Directorate based on approved Job Descriptions, Strategic and Annual Performance Plans of the Department. Manage human resources in the Directorate and maintain discipline. Manage training and development of personnel according to agreed training interventions. Manage the provision of equipment required by personnel for achievement of outputs in their respective Job Descriptions. Provide regular verbal and written feedback(aligned to quarterly performance assessments) to personnel on performance. Mentor and coach personnel. Determine the Human Resources needs of the Directorate in consultation with Corporate Services. Develop and update the service delivery and work plan for Directorate. Provide sufficient guidance to personnel in terms of the service delivery plan, work plans, core business roles and priorities of the Department through quarterly personnel meetings. Manage and direct skills transfer between personnel in the Directorate and outside technical assistants and/or consultants. Plan and allocate work responsibilities and processes to control work performance including quality assurance. Manage funds in the Directorate in compliance with Public Finance Management Act and the Treasury Regulations. Limit under spending or overspending by the Directorate in terms of the departmental budget allocations. Manage client relations and stakeholder management. Manage risks and implementation of risk mitigation strategies. Align the strategic priorities and the work plans of the Directorate with the priorities of GDID. Develop operational plans for Directorate and work plans for each Director in the Directorate. Manage written contributions to departmental quarterly progress reports, Annual Report, SCOPA, Budget speeches, Annual Performance Plan. Notes : In In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES are encouraged to apply. To apply for the below position, please apply online at Only online applications will be considered and for general enquiries please contact Human Resource on . Applicants must utilise the most recent Z83 application for employment form issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with the Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, All fields in the New Z83 form, must be completed and signed. Furthermore, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) must also be attached. Failure to attach the Curriculum Vitae (CV) will result in disqualification. The New Z83 form, obtainable from the GPG Professional Job Centre website, any Public Service Department or the DPSA website all other documents are submitted by shortlisted candidates). Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications not older than six (06) months, identity document and valid driver’s license (where driving/travelling is an inherent requirement of the job). It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post and candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful. Employer : Department of Infrastructure Development Location : Head Office (Johannesburg) Closing Date : 15-08-2025 Criteria Questions Do you have an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Financial Management/Accounting or related qualification as recognised by SAQA? Do you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level? Do you have a valid driver’s license. ? Do you have a Pre-Entry SMS Certificate? Please Notes : Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Accounting Manager

Hedz Recruitment

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About the job Accounting Manager

Our client, a well-established Auditing and Accounting firm in Stellenbosch, is seeking to employ an Accounting Manager.

Salary: R17 500-25 000 per month, depending on qualification and experience.

Min Requirements

  • 2 years post SAIPA articles (Non-Negotiable)
  • BAcc, BCom Accounting, BCompt or equivalent degree
  • Completed articles with a medium/small firm preferred
  • Working knowledge of CaseWare, Excel, and Word
  • Knowledge of accounting systems (Pastel, Sage, Xero)
  • Must be willing to work overtime to meet client deadlines
  • Own transport and a valid driver’s license
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Good communication skills (English and Afrikaans)

Duties

  • Writing up of more complex accounting records of clients on Pastel and Xero
  • Review monthly bookkeeping/VAT of SAIPA Trainees
  • Reconcile Debtors and Creditors on a monthly basis and provide training for SAIPA Trainees to reconcile Debtors and Creditors
  • Responsible for calculating VAT, PAYE, and other necessary SARS requirements on a monthly basis
  • Preparation and Review of management accounts
  • Manage and supervise SAIPA staff to achieve set goals
  • Provide daily assistance, guidance, and training regarding bookkeeping, related taxes, and SARS submissions to SAIPA Trainees
  • Preparing accounting work relating to annual financial statements
  • Preparation and Review of financial statements
  • Performing independent reviews
  • Preparation and Review of tax returns
  • Reviewing work done by supervised staff before partner review, where applicable
  • Implementation/evaluation of internal controls
  • Client interaction and relations
  • ATTENTION TO DETAIL VERY IMPORTANT!
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Accounting Manager

Pretoria, Gauteng SALT

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Join Our Client's Firm as an Accounting Manager

Our client, a leading Firm of Auditors and Accountants in Pretoria East, is seeking a seasoned SAIPA qualified professional to lead their dedicated Accounting team.

Requirements:

  • SAIPA qualification: BCom (Hons)/CTA with SAIPA articles.
  • Proven experience in a practice environment.
  • Proficiency in Draftworx and other relevant software.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Excellent communication abilities in both Afrikaans and English.

Responsibilities:

  • Financial Management: Oversee the financial operations of small to medium-sized clients, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
  • Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations, including liaising with SARS and managing tax filings and assessments.
  • Accounting Processes: Manage day-to-day accounting tasks such as accounts payable/receivable, general ledger entries, and reconciliations.
  • Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis and interpretation to provide insights and support decision-making.
  • Audit Support: Coordinate and support audit activities, including preparation of audit schedules and liaising with auditors.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a small Accounting team, providing guidance and support to ensure efficiency and accuracy in tasks.
  • Client Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their financial inquiries and providing strategic financial advice.

Why Join Them: Be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional service and driving financial success. Grow your career in a supportive environment that values your expertise and contributions.

Apply Now: Take the next step in your career with our client's team. Apply today and be part of their journey to excellence in Pretoria East!

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