Senior State Accountant: Financial Accounting Directorate: Financial Accounting (2 posts)

Department

Department of Health and Wellness

Location

Head Office, Cape Town, Western Cape

Salary

R413 001 per annum

Closing date

See advert

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number.
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. Late applications are not considered.

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Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate three-year National Diploma/Degree in Accounting/Auditing. Experience: Appropriate experience in an accounting environment and preparation of financial statements. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid code B/EB driver’s licence and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Extensive knowledge of the compilation of Financial Statements. Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (Excel spreadsheets, report writing and drafting of Word documents, MS PowerPoint presentations), Analytical and presentation skills. Working experience of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/ or International Standards on Auditing. Knowledge of Modified Cash Standard (MCS) and/or Generally Recognised Accounting. Practice (GRAP) Standards. Knowledge of BAS, LOGIS and completed SAICA articles or similar.

Duties

Responsible for the review and consolidation of financial inputs used in the compilation of Annual and Interim Financial Statements (AFS/IFS) of the Department of Health. Maintain Head Office disclosure notes Audit File. Analyse and advise on changes to the Modified Cash Standards, Accounting Manual for Departments and departmental policies and delegations relating to relevant disclosure notes linked to operations. and verify monthly Disclosure

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.