Senior State Accountant

Department

Department of Water and Sanitation

Location

Kugompo

Salary

R413 001 per annum (Level 08) · Level 08

Closing date

See advert

Reference number

MTCMA 16

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number MTCMA 16.
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

An NQF level 6 qualification (National Diploma) in Financial Management. Three (3) to four (4) years relevant experience in financial matters. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Knowledge and understanding of financial legislation, policies, practices and procedures. Knowledge and understanding of financial prescripts such as Treasury Regulations and PFMA. Knowledge and experience on SAP and PERSAL systems. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures. Knowledge and understanding of the framework for managing performance information. Problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Accountability and ethical conduct. Good presentation skills. Knowledge of accrual accounting.

Duties

Ensure compliance with management of invoices. Manage creditors by ensuring major accounts are reconciled with supplier statements. Monitor compliance with 30-day payments, administration of payroll, and authorise PERSAL / SAP payments and journals. Monitor petty cash and supervise bank payments. Oversee safeguarding of state funds. Ensure proper documents control pertinent to financial documents. Compliance with monthly reporting on payables/accruals, 30-day reports, creditor reconciliation reports, petty cash reconciliation and suspense account reconciliation. Provide assistance to internal and external clients regarding general budgeting and financial reporting requirements. Supervise and evaluate personnel.

Enquiries

Mr T Ngubeni Tel No: (043) 701 0280 108

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.