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SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT (BOOKKEEPING)

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE

Salary band

R 413 001

Closing date

10 July 2026

Reference

PSC 22/515

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE

Directorate

Financial Accounting

Location

Head Office, Cape Town

Salary

R413 001 per annum

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Accounting. Experience: Appropriate experience in BAS and PERSAL. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to work accurately with figures. Must be able to work under pressure. Good communication skills (Written and Verbal). External knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions and the departmental delegations and procedures. Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong leadership, managerial, organisational, strategic, operational and contingency planning skills. Independent decision- making, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of asset and liability suspense accounts. Extensive knowledge of debt management and book closure procedures. Knowledge of BAS (Basic Accounting System), LOGIS and PERSAL. Extensive knowledge of departmental debt policies. Excellent project management skills. Presentation skills.

Duties

(key result areas/outputs): Manage and administrate the Department’s Asset and Liability suspense accounts. Analyse and manage the Departmental debt account, the reporting thereof and compilation of write-off submissions. Consolidate and provide inputs with regard to the Interim and Annual Financial Statements. Control of monthly IYM departmental reporting. Overall Human Resource Management of staff. Effective control to audit queries.

Enquiries

Mr DA Hendricks, tel. no. (021) 483-4398

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Closing Date

10 July 2026, 17:00PM

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: WESTERN CAPE. 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

·Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Accounting
·Experience: Appropriate experience in BAS and PERSAL
·Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to work accurately with figures
·Must be able to work under pressure
·Good communication skills (Written and Verbal)
·External knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions and the departmental delegations and procedures
·Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
·Strong leadership, managerial, organisational, strategic, operational and contingency planning skills
·Independent decision- making, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
·Knowledge of asset and liability suspense accounts

Key Duties

·(key result areas/outputs): Manage and administrate the Department’s Asset and Liability suspense accounts
·Analyse and manage the Departmental debt account, the reporting thereof and compilation of write-off submissions
·Consolidate and provide inputs with regard to the Interim and Annual Financial Statements
·Control of monthly IYM departmental reporting
·Overall Human Resource Management of staff
·Effective control to audit queries

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓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 sasrecruit44@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT (BOOKKEEPING) position at PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE?+

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What is the salary for the SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT (BOOKKEEPING) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 413 001. 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.

When does the SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT (BOOKKEEPING) application close?+

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