City of Cape Town
Senior Professional Officer: Operating and Capital Budget
Employment Type: Full Time
Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting (or related field)
Experience Required: 5-8 years with 2 years supervisory experience
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Department: Finance & Accounting
Key Requirements
- Degree with Financial Accounting specialization
- Proven experience in municipal financial management
- Expert knowledge of Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA)
- Advanced skills in SAP and Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Experience managing tight deadlines and multiple priorities
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead annual budget preparation for city operations and capital projects
- Monitor financial performance against approved budgets
- Ensure compliance with national financial regulations and standards
- Supervise financial reporting and audit processes
- Manage expenditure tracking for capital and operational budgets
- Oversee financial support team operations
Application Process
Qualified candidates should apply through the City of Cape Town Careers Portal.
Note: The City of Cape Town does not charge any fees during the recruitment process.
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