State Accountant: Management Accounting (2 posts), Ref No. DOI 65/2026

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render and support an operational management and accounting service in: Budget revenue and expenditure, Budget Immovable Assets, and Budget Monitoring and Reporting.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in management accounting, budgeting, or a financial project management environment.

Recommendation

N/A

Key Performance Areas

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.

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-solving and decision-making; Data management and reconciliation; Report writing and presentation; Stakeholder engagement; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Attention to detail and accuracy.

Remuneration

R 413 001 – R 486 501 per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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