About the Role
The Eastern Cape Division of The High Court is seeking a dedicated Accounting Clerk to join its team in Makhanda. This vital role ensures the smooth financial operations within the court system, supporting both judges and officials in their day-to-day functions. By managing claims and processing payments efficiently, the Accounting Clerk contributes to the integrity of the public service, helping to maintain justice and order in the community.
In this position, you will become an essential part of a team that supports the administration of justice in South Africa. Your efforts will directly impact the lives of witnesses, officials, and the broader public by ensuring that all financial transactions are handled accurately and promptly. This role is not just about numbers; it’s about making a difference in the judicial process.
About the Department
The Eastern Cape Division of The High Court plays a crucial role in upholding the law and ensuring justice is served within the community. This department is dedicated to providing fair and efficient legal services, maintaining public confidence in the legal system. Working here means being part of a mission that values integrity, service, and accountability—qualities that resonate deeply with the core of public service.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare travel arrangements for witnesses and temporary officials, including accommodation, car hire, and flights.
- Handle and process S & T claims, cellphone reimbursements, and data reimbursements for judges and officials.
- Maintain accurate filing and safeguarding of finance payment batches.
- Manage petty cash and ensure timely payments to ordinary and expert witnesses, as well as psychologists.
- Process payments for goods and services within established turnaround times.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate is required.
- No prior experience is necessary.
- Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and other related prescripts.
- Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication, administration, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently, under pressure, and meet deadlines.
How to Apply
Applications can be sent via email to the address provided below.
Requirements
Applicants should be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate.No experience required.
Knowledge and skills: Knowledge and sound understanding of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, BAS, PPPFA guidelines and other related prescripts.
Skilled in computer literacy.
(MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook), accuracy, attention to detail, communication, administration and organisation skills.
Along with the following attributes: ability to work under pressure independently, self-motivated and meet deadlines.
Job Duties
Prepare VA26 to book accommodation, car hire, shuttle service and flights for witnesses as well as temporary officials, receive S & T Claims, cellphone and data re-imbursement claims for Judges and officials as well as temporary officials.Filing, retrieve and safeguard finance payment batches, custodian of the petty cash and assigned a duty of paying ordinary witnesses, expert witnesses and psychologists.
Process payments for service provides of Goods and services within the prescribed turnaround time.
