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Chief Financial Officer
The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is a statutory body that has a broad mandate to develop
and promote a key aspect of cultural life in South Africa. The NAC has a key position at executive level that will assist the organization in fulfilling its responsibilities.
Experienced and suitable qualified individuals are invited to apply for the position of Chief Financial Officer reporting to the CEO and will be based at Newtown, Johannesburg.
Requirements
A B Com. degree or equivalent with Accounting/Government Accounting with 5 years experience in public finance management | A SAICA CA qualification is advantageous | Extensive and demonstrable skills, knowledge and experience relevant to performing the functions of a Chief Financial Officer in the public sector | Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the PFMA, including proven experience in its application | Relevant experience and skills in Supply Chain Management within a trading entity | Any other GAAP environment would be a strong recommendation| Pastel experience is essential. | Proven managerial skills | A track record in preparation and management of strategic plans, business plans and budgeting |The ability to implement internal systems and controls to ensure sound financial management, and other resources management practices.
Key Performance Areas:
The candidate will report directly to the CEO and will be responsible and accountable for:
◦Planning, organization and controlling of all activities of the Finance unit
◦supply chain management,
◦Accounting and budgeting;
◦Coordinate and prepare all aspects of the annual operating budget, capital budget, and three-year forecast;
◦Ensure compliance with different statutory legislation;
◦Assist with the development and the execution of the organisation’s strategy;
◦Determine and implement financial policies for the organisation;
◦Responsible for the entire accounting and reporting function;
◦Coordinate and prepare all aspects of the annual operating budget, capital budget, and three-year forecast as well as preparation of Annual Financial Statements in accordance with Generally Recognised Accounting Principles (GRAP);
◦Ensure that the organization is managed on sound financial and business principles;
◦Risk management duties;
◦Investment management;
◦Manage the finance unit;
◦Attending Council and committee meetings.
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