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DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING AND ADMINISTRATION

Provincial Administration: Gauteng

Salary band

R 1 317 384

Closing date

15 September 2026

Reference

REFS/056224

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Gauteng

Location

Umnotho House Johannesburg

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive package

Requirements

Grade 12. Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7) or equivalent qualification in Financial Accounting, Financial Management or Public Finance, as recognised by SAQA. Nyukela Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS) from the National School of Government. A minimum of five (5) years' experience at middle/senior managerial level in a Financial Accounting and Administration environment. Extensive knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Modified Cash Standards, GRAP, BAS, PERSAL, SCOA and public sector financial reporting. Code 08/10 driver’s license is essential.

Duties

Monitor revenue collected, expenditure incurred and submit reports and plans as required. Manage the payment of compensation of employees, goods and services, transfers, subsidies and report thereof. Verify the correctness of the allocation of journals, payments and receipts. Manage the reconciliation and clearing of control accounts. Manage and oversee petty cash and cash management in terms of PFMA and Treasury Regulations requirements. Lead the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with the trial balance. Manage the administration of suppliers' accounts and general claims. Foster and manage relations with creditors. Lead payments of orders. Administer sundry payments. Manage the reconciliation of creditors and debtors, including inter- departmental claims. Monitor and manage bank reconciliations. Monitor compliance with financial prescripts and ensure that invoice payments are processed within 10, 15 and 30 days in line with Treasury Regulations. Manage the provision of technical advice to all stakeholders to ensure accurate financial statement disclosure. Manage the preparation of GDED and GLB annual and interim financial statements in accordance with applicable legislation. Manage the submission of the annual and interim financial statements to Treasury, the Auditor-General and other stakeholders. Oversee the analysis of monthly and quarterly financial information and ensure accurate financial reporting to 159 various stakeholders. Maintain the Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA). Supervise monthly and year-end systems closures. Manage the reconciliation of general ledger balances against the trial balance. Manage the reconciliation between BAS and SAP systems. Review the GLB revenue database and revenue reconciliations. Manage the directorate risk register. Provide monthly and quarterly reports on progress towards mitigation of risks. Identify and develop emerging risks. Perform strategic and operational planning. Manage stakeholder relationships. Oversee the administrative support functions. Perform people management functions. Manage, monitor and encourage skills development among staff in the unit. Perform financial management functions.

Enquiries

Siphiwe Nhlapho/ Lwandile Phaledi/ Lebohang Mo

About finance and accounting roles in South Africa

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).

·For government finance roles, experience with PFMA compliance and BAS (Basic Accounting System) is highly valued.
·SAICA, SAIPA, and CIMA designations should be prominently listed on your CV with registration numbers and status.
·Junior finance roles in government are typically graded at salary levels 6 to 8 and require a relevant three-year degree or diploma.
·Internal audit roles in the public sector require knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Gauteng. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7) or equivalent qualification in Financial Accounting, Financial Management or Public Finance, as recognised by SAQA
  • ·Nyukela Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS) from the National School of Government
  • ·A minimum of five (5) years' experience at middle/senior managerial level in a Financial Accounting and Administration environment
  • ·Extensive knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Modified Cash Standards, GRAP, BAS, PERSAL, SCOA and public sector financial reporting
  • ·Code 08/10 driver’s license is essential

Key Duties

  • ·Monitor revenue collected, expenditure incurred and submit reports and plans as required
  • ·Manage the payment of compensation of employees, goods and services, transfers, subsidies and report thereof
  • ·Verify the correctness of the allocation of journals, payments and receipts
  • ·Manage the reconciliation and clearing of control accounts
  • ·Manage and oversee petty cash and cash management in terms of PFMA and Treasury Regulations requirements
  • ·Lead the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with the trial balance
  • ·Manage the administration of suppliers' accounts and general claims
  • ·Foster and manage relations with creditors
  • ·Lead payments of orders
  • ·Administer sundry payments

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 317 384. 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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