Director: Governance, Reporting and Treasury (N001134)
Listing reference: nwu_001774
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 30 June 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Others: Education and Training
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES
DIRECTORATE: GOVERNANCE, REPORTING AND TREASURY
POSITION: DIRECTOR
POSITION NUMBER: N001134
PEROMNES: P5
APPOINTMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The Director must fulfil the regulative Governance & compliance, Reporting and Treasury function at the NWU and is responsible to: maintain the General Ledger data on Kuali Financial System (KFS), as well as its access; provide statutory financial statements and financial management reports; manage money market activities, earmarked grants and bank accounts; manage all related aspects ensuring correct financial data, including asset register and tax aspects; manage and sustain financial systems, policy, processes and control measures for the NWU to ensure long-term financial sustainability and continued operating efficiency - functional / business side; fulfil functions pertaining to the position as well as other duties that may, from time to time, be entrusted by the Chief Director Finance: manage the department.
Job description
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Management and Leadership.
- Financial Reporting.
- Treasury: Manage the Money Market Investments (and cash flow) ensure that the NWU receives maximum returns within the approved risks.
- Management of Earmarked Grants.
- Management of the Kuali Financial System (KFS).
- Tax Services.
- Management of the Asset Register.
- Risk and compliance management
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Computer literacy (MS Office as well as email and internet).
- Up to date knowledge regarding requirements that must be adhered to – by law (VAT etc.), department/section (DHET) requirements, standards (IFRS), institution policies (NWU), etc.
- Ability to multi-task and still function effectively under pressure - ensuring accurate work at all times.
- Excellent time management, organisational skills, as well as the ability to prioritise.
- Language proficiency to function optimally.
- Sound knowledge of financial systems and relevant experience.
- Good management qualities and planning skills.
- Ability to exercise financial discipline.
- Must be results orientated.
- Experience in the establishment of financial management and control systems.
- Advanced decision-making skills and problem solving.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Must have integrity and maintain excellent ethics and values.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Independent and responsible functioning; sound judgement and creative thinking.
- Precise and accurate working method.
- Must also be able to function well in a team, and ability to lead a team effectively.
- Be professional at all times, maintaining good interpersonal relations
- Excellent time management skills
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- A B. Com Honours (CTA) degree (NQF level 8) in Accountancy.
- A minimum of 5 years’ financial management and control systems experience.
- A minimum of 3 years’ Articles/internship experience at an audit firm.
- A minimum of 3 years’ management experience in a financial environment.
- Must have SAIPA /SAICA membership.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- A M. Com (NQF level 9) in Accountancy.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a university environment.
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Theresa Sekopane on 018 389 2834
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Lionel Eksteen on 018 285 2104
CLOSING DATE: 30 June 2023
COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
