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State Accountant: Cost Management (Elsenburg)

Department

Department of Agriculture

Location

Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government., Western Cape

Salary

R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08) · Level 08

Closing date

19 Oct 2026

Reference number

AGR 45/2026

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number AGR 45/2026.
Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 19 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.

Fill my Z83 for this job Check my fit (CV)Official circular PDF

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma on NQF Level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification) in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field; A minimum of 1-year relevant experience in management accounting, budgeting, or a financial project management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations; Management accounting principles (budgeting, monitoring and reporting); Government financial systems (e.g. BAS, LOGIS, SCOA); Applicable legislative, regulatory and governance frameworks; Financial analysis, data management and reporting methodologies. Skills in the following: Financial analysis and reporting; Budgeting and forecasting; Computer literacy (intermediate or advanced MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook); Numeracy and analytical thinking; Planning and organising; Communication (written and verbal); Problem-solvi

Duties

Provide Budget Planning and Preparation; Provide Budget Support and Financial Control; Calculate Adjustments Estimate and Main Budget Development; Maintain Financial Governance, Compliance and Stakeholder Support; Departmental detail monthly reporting to detect and incorrect/misclassification of SCOA allocations.

Enquiries

Ms D Zana Tel No: (021) 808 7604

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 35 of 2026.