# **Job Opportunity: Director of Finance at the City of Johannesburg**

 

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding leadership role in municipal governance? The **City of Johannesburg**, a world-class African city, is seeking a **Director of Finance** to lead its Legislature Finance Department. This is a **permanent position** with a competitive salary package.  

## **Why Join the City of Johannesburg?**  

The City of Johannesburg is committed to financial excellence, good governance, and service delivery. As a Director of Finance, you will play a key role in **strategic financial management**, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and improving financial processes within the Legislature.  

## **Position Details**  

- **Job Title:** Director: Finance  

- **Department:** Legislature  

- **Branch:** Finance  

- **Remuneration:** **R74,481.81 per month** (basic salary, excluding benefits)  

- **Location:** Metro Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein  

- **Job Type:** Permanent  

## **Minimum Requirements**  

To qualify, you must meet the following criteria:  

✅ **Education:**  

- Grade 12/NQF Level 4  

- **BCom Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or any finance-related qualification at NQF Level 7**  

✅ **Experience:**  

- **10 years of financial management experience**, with at least:  

  - 5 years at a **middle management level**  

  - 5 years in **municipal financial management**  

- Experience in:  

  - Managing local government operational and capital expenditure  

  - Financial analysis and reporting  

  - Asset management  

✅ **Key Competencies:**  

- **Strategic leadership and financial management**  

- Operational financial management  

- Governance, ethics, and values in financial management  

- Financial reporting and compliance  

- Supply chain management  

- Audit and risk management  

- Stakeholder relations  

## **Key Responsibilities**  

As the **Director of Finance**, you will:  

- **Lead the financial management of the Legislature**, ensuring compliance with **GRAP (General Recognized Accounting Principles)** and government financial regulations.  

- **Prepare and oversee budgets**, allocating financial resources efficiently.  

- **Ensure timely financial reporting** to internal and external stakeholders.  

- **Oversee asset management**, procurement, and supply chain processes.  

- **Ensure financial risks are managed and minimized** while enforcing good governance.  

- **Provide financial leadership** to the Legislature and other departments.  

- **Drive strategic financial improvements and innovations** for better financial efficiency.  

## **Application Process**  

**Interested candidates must apply online.**  

📌 **Application Requirements:**  

- Complete the **online application form**.  

- Attach the following **certified documents**:  

  - **ID copy**  

  - **Updated CV**  

  - **Relevant qualifications/certificates**  

- If you are a **member of a professional body**, provide your **membership number and expiry date**.  

- Internal applicants must provide their **employee number**.  

- Applicants may be required to present **original documents** during the selection process.  

### **📅 Important Dates**  

- **Publication Date:** Tuesday, 11 February 2025  

- **Closing Date:** Monday, 17 February 2025  

**🔗 Apply online here:** [www.joburg.org.za](https://www.joburg.org.za)  

For **enquiries only**, contact:  

📞 **Tebogo Mogodiri / Karabo Matuludi**  

☎ **011 407 6002 / 7207**  

## **Important Notices**  

🔴 **Beware of Job Scams** – The **City of Johannesburg will never request payment for job applications.** All vacancies are advertised in newspapers and on the official **CoJ website**.  

⚖️ **Employment Equity & Disclaimer** – The City of Johannesburg is an **equal-opportunity employer** and follows **employment equity principles** as per **national legislation**. Preference will be given to designated groups, including **persons with disabilities**.  

🛑 **Risk Checks for Shortlisted Candidates** – If shortlisted, the following **background checks** will be conducted:  

- **Credit record**  

- **Employment verification**  

- **Criminal background check**  

- **Identity validation**  

📢 **If you do not receive feedback within 6 weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.**