KOUGA MUNICIPALITY (EC 108)
NOTICE NO: 298/2025
EXTERNAL VACANCY
Kouga Municipality, is committed to the prescripts of the approved Employment Equity Plan and furthermore invites suitably qualified applicants to submit a detailed application for the following position:
MANAGER: EXPENDITURE
REQUIREMENTS:
- B. Com Degree with Accounting as a major subject at NQF Level 7;
- Code B driving license;
- At least 5 years’ relevant experience in a municipal environment;
- Thorough knowledge of Financial Acts and Regulations applicable to the Local Government Sector
- Strong negotiation, planning and organizing skills;
- Performance Monitoring Skills
- Excellent communication skills;
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills;
- Attention to detail;
- Drive and tenacity to lead a multi-disciplinary team;
- Must be able to speak, read and write in at least two of the official languages in Kouga Municipality (Afrikaans, English, and Xhosa).
SALARY: R 836,539.25 Per Annum (Excluding Vehicle Allowance)
TASK: 17
DUTIES:
- Providing direction to the department in the performance of its functions by undertaking detailed planning and research pertaining to the attainment of the Section’s objectives and holding planning sessions with subordinate staff.
- Providing input in development of Projects and Programs in the IDP in respect of financial viability and sustainability by tabling appropriate plans once strategic goals of the IDP are defined.
- Complying with the requirements of the MFMA specifically about Budgets, Annual Financial Statements and Accounts Payable by analyzing of the provisions of the MFMA, providing guidance and implementing best practice.
- Advising the Chief Financial Officer on the performance of the Section through the provision of management reports and performing the necessary reviews.
- Responsible for the budgetary requirements of the Section by conducting the preparation of the budget and monitoring expenditure.
- Defining/ adjusting the role boundaries, workflow processes and job design against laid down service delivery requirements.
- Identifying skills gap within the Section and completes developmental plans for existing personnel with clearly defined career paths and job enrichment opportunities.
- Conducting appraisals to measure performance against agreed objectives, counseling and consulting with personnel on developmental goals, career paths and short-term targets and standards.
- Monitoring the adequacy of current training interventions through the evaluation competency demonstrated in workplace application and prepares assessment and progress reports for inclusion into the consolidated Skills Development Plan of the Department.
- Analyzing statistical information pertaining to staff attendance, overtime, leave and addressing deviations or occurrences of abuse and/ or workplace conflict through the implementation of corrective measures in accordance with Human Resources Policies and Procedures.
- Analyzing trends, expenditure requirements and forward plans to establish/ determine expenditure for the period and, consolidating the Section’s operating and capital budget.
- Complying with the requirements of VAT legislation by analyzing applicable legislation and implementing relevant procedures and systems.
- Implementing efficient and effective financial expenditure controls by regularly assessing the effectiveness of existing controls and implementing effective financial systems and regularly updating controls.
- Monitoring the effective functioning of the Accounting System through analyzing appropriate reports, meeting with staff and consultants when required and providing direction and guidance.
- Monitoring timeous payment of all contractors, creditors in accordance with contractual commitments, MFMA and applicable legislation, systems and controls including procedures for the approval, authorization, and of funds.
- Monitoring and implementing corrective measures to rectify deviations/ acts contrary to financial regulations, audit requirements and departmental procedure.
- Responding timeously to all issues and queries raised by the Auditor General by analyzing the root causes of the issues raised and proposing adequate responses, and implementing approved processes and procedures as agreed with the Auditor General.
- Representing the department by participating in various meetings (Executive Committee, council committees, working groups, internal and external forums) presenting proposals, consolidated reports and providing comments/ opinions on matters affecting or concerning specific outcomes.
- Responding, through the collection of information and/ or conducting the necessary investigation/ research, to enquiries and concerns on service delivery from other departments, Councilors, government treasury departments, SARS, etc.
- Addressing policy issues applicable to expenditure administration.
- Liaising with and advising individual Managers/ Directors and Standing Committees on matters relevant to Expenditure Management.
- Creating efficient, effective & accountable Expenditure administration through ensuring that all transactions are compliant with the financial regulations and policies.
BENEFITS: As per standard conditions of service.
Applicants must submit a formal application form and a comprehensive CV, certified copy of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license. Applications must be submitted electronically as one PDF document to recruitment@kouga.gov.za. Application forms can be obtained from the Municipal website, www.kouga.gov.za and must reach the Human Resource Manager on or before Wednesday, 31 December 2025 at 12:00.
For any enquiries contact Ms Zandile Gxuluwe: 042 2002 200.
Disqualification:
Please note that the following can lead to disqualification:
- Canvassing of councillors.
- Submission of fraudulent qualifications and/ or documents.
NB: Please note that shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting, reference check and assessment process.
By applying for this position, the candidates agree to background checks being performed.
Preference will be given to applicants residing within the Kouga area of jurisdiction.
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of closing date, kindly regard your application as being unsuccessful.
MR C DU PLESSIS P. O. BOX 21
MUNICIPAL MANAGER JEFFREYS BAY
6330
