About the Role
The Department of Social Development is seeking a dedicated Accounting Clerk for Salary Administration in the vibrant city of Cape Town, Western Cape. This role is essential in ensuring efficient financial management within the public service, supporting various functions such as petty cash administration, banking, and bookkeeping. By joining this team, you will play a crucial part in maintaining the financial integrity of services that directly impact the lives of many individuals and families in the community.
As an Accounting Clerk, your contributions will help streamline financial operations, enabling the Department to allocate resources effectively and support social programs. This position not only offers an opportunity to grow professionally within the public sector but also allows you to make a meaningful difference in South Africa’s social development landscape.
About the Department
The Department of Social Development’s mission is to foster the social well-being of communities through sustainable development initiatives and programs. Its commitment to improving the lives of citizens aligns with South Africa’s goals of inclusivity and empowerment. Working within this department means being part of a broader effort to uplift and support vulnerable populations, ensuring everyone has access to essential services and resources.
What You’ll Do
- Manage petty cash administration and ensure accurate records are maintained.
- Handle banking and cash management tasks to facilitate financial operations.
- Provide bookkeeping and systems support services to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assist in rendering financial accounting transactions in compliance with regulations.
- Support salary administration processes to ensure timely and accurate payroll.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
- Basic knowledge of financial functions and practices.
- Proficiency in data capturing and operating computers.
- Understanding of public service financial legislation and treasury regulations.
- Strong skills in language, numeracy, and communication.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and maintain accuracy in tasks.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Grade 12 (Senior certificate or equivalent qualification).Competencies: Basic knowledge of the following: Financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statistics; Insight of the Public Service financial legislations, procedures and Treasury regulations PFMA, Division of Revenue Act (DORA), Public Service Act (PSA),Public Service Regulations (PSR), Prefencial Procurement Policy Framework (PPPFA), Financial Manual); Financial operating systems Personnel and Salary System (PERSAL), Basic Accounting System (BAS), Logical Information System (LOGIS) Skills in the following: Language; Numeracy; Literacy; Job Knowledge; Communication; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Accuracy; Aptitude of figures; Planning and organisation; Language; Good verbal and written communication skills; Basic Numeracy skills; Ability to perform routine tasks; Ability to operate office equipment.
