Nozipho Belina Molikoe
Bloemfontein
Summary
I have 19 years work experience, 16 years in government senior management positions and 3 years in private sector. Through the years I developed a sound knowledge and understanding of government policies, legislation as well as regulations. The experience extents from Local municipalities, Provincial and National departments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Acting Chief Financial Officer
Dep of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affa
12.2024 - Current
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing new accounting software and automation techniques.
- Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
- Negotiated favorable credit terms with banks for increased borrowing capacity and reduced interest expenses.
- Advised Board of Directors on strategic financial matters, providing insightful recommendations backed by thorough analysis.
Chief Financial Officer
Department of Human Settlements
12.2015 - Current
- Establish and maintain appropriate systems and policies to ensure effective and efficient management of resources
- Support the Head of Department and other senior managers in execution of their functions in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
- Manage the financial and provisioning (Supply Chain Management) administration functions of the department
- Manage a departmental budget of R1.4 billion
- Advise the Head of the Department with strategic matters that have financial implications
- Formulate creative solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and efficiency in the service delivery
- Coordinate and Manage the internal as well as external audit processes (AGSA Regulatory Audits)
- Act as the Head of department as and when required
- Reduced the Qualification paragraphs during the 2016/17 Audit by the Auditor-General from 4 paragraphs to 1 paragraph
- Obtained Unqualified audit opinion for 2019/20, 2020/21 and 2023/24 financial years
- Implemented internal controls which improved the overall Compliance monitored by the Provincial Treasury in the department
Director Local Government Budget Analysis
National Treasury
09.2011 - 03.2014
- Budget analyst: Responsible for Gauteng municipalities (2 Metros namely; City of Tshwane; Ekurhuleni and 9 delegated as well as the 45 delegated municipalities in Eastern Cape (for a period of eight months)
- Budget preparation and support: Provide guidance to municipalities during the annual budget preparation processes, assess the annual tabled budget of non-delegated municipalities and compile assessment reports
- Budget implementation and monitoring: Monitor trends in municipal revenue and expenditure on a monthly basis and contribute to the verification of information contained in the monthly and quarterly budget statements and reports prior to publication
- Intergovernmental co-ordination: Coordinate the collection of budget and financial data for the annual publications and provide support and advice to sector departments in dealing with municipal budget and finance related matters
- Financial management and Budget Reform: Promote effective financial management in the local sphere of government
- Provide support, guidance and monitor implementation of the MFMA at municipal level
- Oversee Local Government Budget Reform Agenda and the implementation of the new budget formats
- Provide training to municipalities and provincial treasuries
- Prepared the 2013 State of Local Government Finances and Financial Management Report
- Presented the Municipal Financial Performance report at the joint Budget Forum and Budget Council committee which comprised of the Finance Minister, Deputy Minister, Finance MECs and Provincial Treasury Head of Departments and other senior managers
Senior Finance Manager
Ngwathe Local Municipality
07.2007 - 08.2011
- Budget compilation as well as conducting public participation processes
- Expenditure and Revenue Management, Financial reporting, Payroll management, assist in the compilation of the financial statements and co-ordinating the External Regulatory audit by the Auditor-General
- Appointed as Acting Chief Financial Officer for a period of 8 months
- Stabilised the finances of the municipality and introduced internal controls
- Drafted payment arrangement plan for municipality’s biggest creditors and managed to honour the agreed upon payments
- Achieved timeous payment of employee salaries
Trainee Accountant
Moores Rowland / Mazars
02.2004 - 06.2007
- Was a senior manager in the following auditees audits namely; Department of Water Affairs and Forestry, Department of Tourism, Environmental and Economic Affairs, The Bargaining Council for the Building Industry, Ngwathe Local Municipality, Department of Education
Education
National Diploma - Cost and Management
Central University of Technology Free State
Bloemfontein04-2002
B Com Honours - Accounting
University of Free State
Bloemfontein, South AfricaPost Graduate Diploma in Public Management - Public Management
Regenesys Business School
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2019 - 12.2019
Advanced Project Management -
Free State University
Bloemfontein, South Africa 01.2019 - 12.2019
Master’s Degree - Administration in Public Management and Policy
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa09-2023
Ph.D. - Public Administration
North West University
North West 04.2024 - Current
Skills
- Strategic planning and leadership
- Project management and Audit coordination
- Organisational design and development
- Human capital development (Mentoring)
- Budget compilation, analysis and Cash management
- Financial management and Reporting
Personal Information
- ID Number: 800720 0487 087
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
Timeline
Acting Chief Financial Officer
Dep of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affa
12.2024 - Current
Ph.D. - Public Administration
North West University
04.2024 - Current
Post Graduate Diploma in Public Management - Public Management
Regenesys Business School
01.2019 - 12.2019
Advanced Project Management -
Free State University
01.2019 - 12.2019
Chief Financial Officer
Department of Human Settlements
12.2015 - Current
Director Local Government Budget Analysis
National Treasury
09.2011 - 03.2014
Senior Finance Manager
Ngwathe Local Municipality
07.2007 - 08.2011
Trainee Accountant
Moores Rowland / Mazars
02.2004 - 06.2007
National Diploma - Cost and Management
Central University of Technology Free State
B Com Honours - Accounting
University of Free State
Master’s Degree - Administration in Public Management and Policy
University of Pretoria
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