Assistant Director Financial Accounting

Department

Department of Higher Education and Training

Location

Administration Centre, Eastern Cape

Salary

R487 197 per annum · Level 9

Closing date

See advert

Reference number

KSD/FIN-AD/09/2026

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number KSD/FIN-AD/09/2026.
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. Late applications are not considered.

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Requirements

National Senior Certificate/Grade 12/STD 10 or NCV Level 4 and recognised three-year National Diploma (NQF 6) in Financial Management or related qualification. Three to five years' finance experience. Knowledge of PSET, CET Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Skills Development Act, Public Service legislation, Labour Relations Act, NSFAS legislation and financial management systems. Valid driving licence and MS Office literacy. Planning, financial management, reporting, communication, analytical, project and people management skills.

Duties

Prepare, implement, monitor and control budgets. Prepare annual financial statements. Collect and record revenue, manage cashier, banking and electronic payments, and manage debt. Monitor and report revenue and expenditure, employee compensation, goods and services, transfers and subsidies. Handle month-end and year-end reporting processes. Supervise financial accounting staff and liaise with internal and external auditors.

Enquiries

Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031

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 33 of 2026.