General Manager: Financial Services (CFO)

About the role

The Government Printing Works is hiring a General Manager: Financial Services (CFO), based in Pretoria. This is a permanent post, paying R1,885,710 a year. How to apply: Link: GPW 26/03 Reference number to quote: GPW 26/03 Closing date: 09 November 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online) Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in the provisioning of budgeting, costing and management accounting services: Lead modernisation and digital transformation of the branch.
• Oversee and ensure effectiveness of management accounting functions.
• Oversee the planning, management and compilation of accurate organisational annual budget, MTEF Budget and adjustment estimates.
• Oversee the final draft budget preparation process and provision to internal stakeholders’ prior submission to relevant authorities.
• Lead and oversee the financial modelling of GPW as well as the optimisation of financial performance and sustainability.
• Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of costing and pricing systems.
• Oversee the monitoring and reporting on costing and pricing materials.
• Ensure the creation and maintenance of data management and reporting systems.
• Provide strategic leadership in the provisioning of effective financial accounting services: Lead modernisation and digital transformation of financial management systems.
• Oversee the establishment and maintenance of effective revenue and expenditure services of the GPW.
• Oversee the monitoring and collection of payments.
• Ensure that the accounts’ payable function is rendered effectively and efficiently.
• Oversee the effective management of the financial accounting functions.
• Lead and oversee the preparation and processing of financial transactions and compilation of financial statements.
• Oversee the administering of employee remuneration and compensation.
• Provide strategic leadership to manage the Supply Chain Management functions: Lead modernisation and digital transformation of Supply Chain Management systems.
• Oversee and lead asset and fleet management initiatives.
• Lead and oversee public-private partnership initiatives in accordance with the PFMA and National Treasury Regulations.
• Oversee the development, management, implementation and maintenance of sourcing strategies.
• Oversee that inventory control management is effectively undertaken.
• Oversee contract management and outsourced printing arrangements.
• Oversee the administering of contract printing.
• Provide strategic direction and ensure the financial strategic positioning of financial services: Ensure the effective development of GPW strategies and plans in line with GPW strategic plans and objectives.
• Oversee the management and development of strategies to improve profitability and service delivery to customers.
• Provide strategic financial advice and support to the Accounting Officer and Executive Management on the GPW strategic investment decisions.
• Oversee and ensure provision of strategic leadership and expert advice on the interpretation and implementation of legislation and regulations relating to the GPW.
• Lead and ensure the design and implementation of highlevel operational plans with relevant branches and track national progress.
• Liaise with the Chief Executive Officer on matters that have strategic and financial implications.
• Oversee the establishment of partnerships with all GPW Branches, external stakeholders, international stakeholders and other spheres of government in relation to all GPW strategic matters.
• Participate in defining the organisational strategy, provide expert financial advice and support the development of plans that deliver on the organisational mandate.
• Translate the organisational strategy into Annual Performance Plans and operational implementation plans that deliver on the organisational mandate.
• Manage strategic deliverables and ensure they are reported according to the defined templates, standards and within specific deadlines.
• Initiate, support and champion organisational and branch transformation and change, in order to successfully implement organisational strategies, new initiatives and deliver on service delivery strategies and commitments.
• Oversee the practice of good corporate governance and compliance pertaining to financial policies, legislation and regulations: Ensure effective internal controls in all financial matters, and achievement of an unqualified audit opinion.
• Management of compliance with legislation, Regulations, GPW policies and procedures.
• Oversee compliance with relevant auditing standards and audit requirements and ensure audit-readiness.
• Facilitate high-level stakeholder engagement and represent the Department in governance, audit and financial management structures, including leading Audit Committee engagements.
• Identify and monitor financial risks related to projects and programmes.
• Ensure development of quality and risk management plans, standards and practice within the branch.
• Draft reports required by Minister or delegated authority and oversight structures.
• Ensure implementation of national norms and standards where applicable.
• Ensure adherence and implementation of statutory prescripts and the Code of Conduct for the Public service.
• Manage resources (Human, Financial and Physical) within the Branch: Ensure reporting on performance of the branch against Strategic Plans, Annual Performance Plans and Annual Operational Plans’ targets, and business requirements.
• Ensure the development and implementation of the workplans for the branch, and ensure effective prioritisation and resource planning.
• Oversee and ensure the approval of training that addresses the developmental needs of the branch.
• Provide information relative to the identification and development of branch goals and objectives to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
• Ensure the management of a compliant performance management system.
• Ensure that employees are equipped with the required skills and resources to perform optimally.
• Manage the financial resources of programmes, asset management and projects in accordance with the PFMA and supply chain and procurement framework.
• Manage the development, motivation and utilisation of human resources for the branch to maintain competent institutional knowledge base for the continued success of services according to organisational needs and requirements.
• Ensure effective management and mentoring of the branch employees and subordinates’ key performance areas.
• Oversee the completeness of the branch’s financial planning, budgeting and forecasts in accordance with good financial practices.
• Manage and monitor financial risk in the unit, in relation to projects and programmes.
• Continuously pursue sourcing and optimal management of funds.
• Manage financial resources according to good practices, policy and standards.
• Manage all procurement practices in the branch and ensure that they are compliant, transparent and fair.

Requirements

• A Grade 12 plus A Degree (equivalent to NQF level 8 qualification as recognised by SAQA) in Finance/Accounting.
• CA qualification will be an added advantage.
• At least 8 years proven experience in financial environment at a Senior Management Service level.
• Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (Nyukela).
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of the Public Service prescripts and Regulatory Framework.
• Knowledge of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations and Practice Notices.
• Vast knowledge of financial management, government Supply Chain Management legislative frameworks, policies, procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of GRAP standards and practical application, management accounting, cost accounting and business practices, revenue management, risk management and auditing practices.
• Knowledge of Corporate Governance (King Report).