| Mandate: Sustainably manage council finances in line with PFMA and IPSAS standards. Scope: Revenue collection (rates, licenses, levies), budgeting, expenditure control, and transparent reporting. Head of Department: Treasurer Legislation: Public Finance Management Act [Chapter 22:19]; Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act [Chapter 22:23]; Rural District Councils Act [Chapter 29:13]; IPSAS Standards Values: - Accountability — produce monthly financial reports for council review. - Prudence — ensure expenditure matches approved budgets. - Transparency — display fee schedules publicly at council offices. - Sustainability — diversify revenue sources (rates, mining levies, licenses). |