CHIEF ACCOUNTING CLERK
Department of Small Business Development · Pretoria
- Closing date
- 23 October 2026
- Reference
- CAC
- Salary band
- R 338 106
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Small Business Development Location: Pretoria Salary: R338 106 per annum Requirements: National Diploma (NQF 6) in Financial Accounting qualification as recognised by SAQA. A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Financial Accounting / Accounting Science or related relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA would be considered an added advantage. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Financial Accounting. 3 years' working knowledge of transversal systems applicable to the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures. Basic knowledge and insight of the Public Service financial legislations and procedures such as the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Modified Cash Standard, and Standard Charts of Accounts. Basic knowledge of operating systems (PERSAL, BAS, Logis etc.). Job competencies: Communication (Verbal and Written), planning and organising. Interpersonal & Problem Solving. Teamwork. Basic numeracy. Accuracy. Job related skills: Good numerical and analytical skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Good organisational and time-management skills. Ability to supervise and develop staff. Problem solving and decision-making abilities. Computer Literacy (MS Office Packages); Excel at an advanced level. Certificates in BAS and PERSAL. Duties: Supervise and render financial accounting transactions but not limited to: Receive and allocate invoices and incentive claims (payment). Review and verify accounting entries, invoices/incentive claims, receipts, and payment documents (internal control). Verify processing of payments. Supervise and ensure proper filing and safeguarding of accounting documents. Supervise and monitor collection and management of cash. Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and departmental revenue pay over. Supervise and perform bookkeeping support services. Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and departmental revenue pay over. Verify captured financial transactions. Clear suspense accounts. Reconcile debtors and creditors accounts. Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts. Compile journals. Financial reporting: Prepare monthly financial reports. Communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Written: Draft general correspondence such as response letters, emails, status reports, formal presentations, and submissions. Verbal: Give advice on procedural and technical related matters in respect of policies and strategies to ensure compliance. Application instructions: The Department of Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of diversity and redress, and appointment will be in line with the DSBD EE Plan. Candidates must submit applications to recruitment9@dsbd.gov.za and quote the reference number for the abovementioned position in the subject line (email) when applying, i.e., “REF NO: CAC” 70 Enquiries: Enquiries for all advertised posts should be directed to the recruitment office on Tel No: (012) 394-5286/430
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Requirements
- ✓National Diploma (NQF 6) in Financial Accounting qualification as recognised by SAQA
- ✓A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Financial Accounting / Accounting Science or related relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA would be considered an added advantage
- ✓Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Financial Accounting
- ✓3 years' working knowledge of transversal systems applicable to the Public Service
- ✓Knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures
- ✓Basic knowledge and insight of the Public Service financial legislations and procedures such as the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Modified Cash Standard, and Standard Charts of Accounts
- ✓Basic knowledge of operating systems (PERSAL, BAS, Logis etc
- ✓Job competencies: Communication (Verbal and Written), planning and organising
- ✓Interpersonal & Problem Solving
- ✓Job related skills: Good numerical and analytical skills
Key responsibilities
- •Supervise and render financial accounting transactions but not limited to: Receive and allocate invoices and incentive claims (payment)
- •Review and verify accounting entries, invoices/incentive claims, receipts, and payment documents (internal control)
- •Verify processing of payments
- •Supervise and ensure proper filing and safeguarding of accounting documents
- •Supervise and monitor collection and management of cash
- •Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and departmental revenue pay over
- •Supervise and perform bookkeeping support services
- •Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and departmental revenue pay over
- •Verify captured financial transactions
- •Clear suspense accounts