JOB ALERT: Chief Financial Officer (IRC7260)

FINANCE MANAGEMENT OFFICE

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

We offer a market and industry competitive total cost to company package.

The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution in the country given its status as the only legislative authority of South Africa.
It is the heart of our democracy where the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issues and debate policy affecting the citizens,
engage with citizens in the process of passing laws meant to promote the public and improve the lives of citizens. The two houses that make up
Parliament, the National Assembly, and the National Council of Provinces, each with their own distinct roles and functions set out in the Constitution,
Have a duty to promote the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, non-racialism, non-sexism, human rights, and freedom for all citizens.

JOB SUMMARY
Parliament of South Africa is seeking an exceptional and dynamic financial professional to serve as the Chief Financial Officer. The ideal candidate will serve Parliament with expert financial expertise and support the Accounting Officer in the discharge of her/his responsibilities under the Financial Management of Parliament and Provincial Legislatures Act (FMPPLA). The incumbent will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with financial norms and standards determined for the Parliamentary Service and with generally recognised accounting practice. Provide leadership and overall management of the Financial Management Office.

As a successful candidate your key responsibilities will be to:

• Implementing financial norms and standards set for the Parliamentary Service
• Planning: Strategic and Business
• Revenue and expenditure management
• Banking, cash & risk management
• Supply Chain Management
• Financial Management
• Human Resources Management
• Assets and Liability Management
• Management Reporting

To qualify, you must have a minimum of:
•    Relevant Honours Degree / Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce/Finance/Financial Accounting/Management Accounting or related financial qualifications (NQF Level 8)
•    A minimum of 10 years relevant experience in of which 5 years must be senior managerial experience in a similar environment.

•  Professional registration with (CA) SA is advantageous
•  This position is a 5-year contract with a 6-month probationary period.

You must also demonstrate:

• Knowledge of FMPPLA and National Treasury Regulations
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management principles and procedures
• Knowledge of Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act
• Knowledge of relevant ISO standards
• Knowledge of the Parliamentary Service's policy directives, implementation procedures and management systems
• High energy with sense of urgency
• Exceptional interpersonal competence
• Hands-on with strategic & operational planning and implementation
• Ability to develop and implement policy
• Experience in managing organisational change
• Ability to set clear objectives and lead a team
• Professional vision and commitment to making a difference
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under sustained pressure
• Stress management (personal & self-management)

We are looking for people who have the following attributes:

• High energy with sense of urgency
• Exceptional interpersonal competence
• Excellent leadership ability and able to lead a large team of research professionals
• Ability to work under sustained pressure
• Sound organisational awareness ability
• Political acumen and diplomacy
• High level of emotional intelligence

What you will experience working at Parliament:
In return for your hard work, we offer meaningful and engaging work that present exciting challenges and exposure to innovative projects that have a positive impact on the lives of millions. We are passionate about making a difference. We are committed to recognising and rewarding dedication and high performance and are invested in your growth and development. We offer numerous growth-promoting opportunities and resources such as a bursary scheme and numerous learning and development opportunities. Our culture is collaborative and inclusive. We value teamwork and believe that together, we can achieve extraordinary results.

About Us
Working at the Parliament of South Africa is a unique opportunity like no other. No matter where you are placed in this premier institution, you will be part of a truly
remarkable and exceptional team that serves the people of our great country and shapes the course of our nation's history every day.  If promoting the public good is
what drives you, if you are passionate about shaping a brighter future for the citizens of South Africa, and you are ready to be part of something
extraordinary where you can shine and make a real impact on the people of our country, then Parliament is the place to be. If you are also a
dynamic individual who values professionalism, openness, integrity, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness and shows mutual respect, we
would like to hear from you. Our doors are open, and we are inviting you to become a part of this incredible journey.

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