Department of Higher Education and Training
Salary band
R 487 197
Closing date
31 August 2026
Reference
ASD/FM/CCT/08/2026
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Department
Department of Higher Education and Training
Location
College Of Cape Town TVET College, Central Office
Salary
R487 197 per annum: (Level 09)
Requirements
Grade 12/ Matric, with a recognized National Diploma or degree in Financial Management at NQF7 or equivalent qualification. Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in a Financial Management/ Senior State Accounting environment, of which three (3) years must be supervisory experience. Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal). Fully Bilingual in at least two official languages (Preferably: English plus Afrikaans or Xhosa, but must be fluent in English.) A Valid Code B driver's license. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge and understanding of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of Skills Development Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act and Labour Relations Act. Knowledge of Financial Management Systems. Knowledge of PSET and CET Act. Knowledge of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and related legislation. Budget forecasting and management skills. Accurate administrative, as well as planning and organizing skills. Financial management, including Report writing skills. Communication and interpersonal skills. Problem solving and Analytical skills. Be client service oriented. Project management skills. Team leadership skills. Planning and organizing, as well as People management skills. Must have integrity, be committed, proactive and loyal.
Duties
Collection and recording of revenue. Cashier, banking service and electronic payments. Monitor and review the procedures for the collection and safekeeping of all monies and compliance with the relevant prescripts. Monitor and review the receipts and collection of monies to ensure that it is in accordance with the appropriate tariffs and properly recorder. Oversee that banking of monies is done in accordance with the prescribed processes. Oversee that bank reconciliations are performed and are correct. Oversee the verification of the validity and allocation of payments received via electronic transfers. Oversee the safeguarding of source documents and face value. Debt Management. Oversee the identification and accurate recording of debts owed to the department. Liaise with debtors in the most complex and problematic cases to determine payback conditions and time span. Oversee the process of obtaining the accounting officers’ approval for debt collection conditions. Obtain the accounting officers approval for debt payback conditions and time span on the cases handled. Oversee the accurate allocation of monies received. Monitoring and reporting on revenue: Oversee and monitor income against budget and review reconciliations. Oversee and undertake the 36 development of corrective measures when required. Oversee and review disclosure notes on revenue collection. Oversee and collate financial supporting information for planning purposes. Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial information. E
Finance professionals are in consistent demand across the South African public and private sectors. The National Treasury, Auditor-General's office, and all provincial treasury departments regularly advertise financial management and accounting posts. In the private sector, CA(SA) qualification holders remain among the most sought-after professionals in the country. Many public sector finance roles require knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA).
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 487 197. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.
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