assistant director: financial audits, Ref No. KZNPT 26/04

Apply for assistant director: financial audits at department of treasury. Closing date 2026-03-20.

Job Summary

Department: treasury

Directorate: internal audit services

Province: kwazulu natal

Reference: KZNPT 26/04

Closing Date: 2026-03-20

Salary: R444,036

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 9

Centre: KZN Provincial Treasury, Pietermaritzburg

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Auditing, Accounting, or Accounting Sciences

Experience Required

3 years in Internal and External Auditing / Technical Audit Support

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and PSRF
  • Proficiency in International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
  • Expert understanding of GRAP, GAAP, and Modified Cash Standards (MCS)
  • Proficiency in TeamMate Audit Management software
  • Strategic planning and MTEF budget analysis
  • Advanced analytical, quantitative, and statistical analysis skills
  • Project management and change management capabilities
  • Excellence in report writing and professional communication

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in conducting or providing technical support in internal or external auditing
  • Active membership with IIASA or SAICA
  • Valid driver's license (with reasonable accommodation for PWD)

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Lead the development and periodic revision of provincial internal audit policies, methodologies, and procedural frameworks
  • Coordinate the strategic and annual planning for internal audit services based on comprehensive provincial and departmental risk assessments
  • Supervise the execution of internal audit projects to ensure compliance with established methodologies and procedure manuals
  • Formulate value-adding recommendations to enhance institutional governance, risk management, and internal control environments
  • Facilitate stakeholder engagement and maintain professional relationships with client management and external partners
  • Manage the financial, human, and physical resources within the allocated unit to ensure operational efficiency

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R444036 per annum

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms. N Ngcobo Tel No: (033 897 4650) 106

Reference No:

KZNPT 26/04

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: KZNPT 26/04
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

For job applications in South Africa, you can easily access the official Z83 form in two convenient ways: Download Z83 (PDF) for a ready-to-use version, or choose the Editable New Z83 Form to complete online before printing. Both options ensure compliance with government requirements and save time during the application process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. While a valid driver's license is generally required, the Department explicitly states that people with disabilities will be assisted to meet work-related travel obligations if they do not have a license.
Candidates must hold valid membership with either the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA) or the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) to be considered eligible.
Yes. Shortlisted candidates must undergo a technical assessment (practical exercise) and an integrity/ethics assessment, followed by a generic managerial competency assessment as per DPSA directives.

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