Senior State Accountant

Published: 23 July 2025

📋Job Overview

Are you ready to kickstart a fulfilling career in public service? Here’s your chance to join the Central Johannesburg TVET College as a Senior State Accountant! This exciting opportunity not only offers you a stable job but also allows you to make a meaningful impact in your community by managing essential financial functions within the education sector.

As a Senior State Accountant, your daily tasks will revolve around ensuring the smooth implementation of budget and expenditure control systems.

You will take charge of drawing and analyzing monthly accounting reports, managing income and expenditure, and overseeing payroll control and salary administration. Your keen eye for detail will come into play as you conduct reconciliations, ensure payroll transactions are accurate, and prepare the financial unit for audits. You’ll be the backbone of financial reporting and compliance at the college, safeguarding records and ensuring everything runs like clockwork.

But why does this role matter? The work you do will directly support the institution in providing quality education to students. By managing the financial resources effectively, you contribute to the sustainable growth of the college, helping to create an environment where learners can thrive.

Your role helps ensure that educators are paid on time and that valuable programs can continue to operate, benefiting the entire community. This is a fantastic opportunity for young South Africans who are looking for stability and professional growth. If you’re eager to gain invaluable experience in the public sector, this position is perfect for you.

You’ll receive training that enhances your skills in financial management while being part of a dedicated team that strives to make a difference in the lives of others.

Plus, working in government jobs like this one can open doors to future opportunities within the public service sector. Take the first step towards a rewarding career that not only helps you grow but also serves your community. Apply now and become a part of the Central Johannesburg TVET College family, where your contributions can truly make a difference!

📋 Job Details

💰 Salary: R397 116 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits as applicable in the Public Sector
📍 Location: Central Johannesburg TVET College, Central Office
📧 Applications: All applications are to be sent via online application link to https://cjcz83.ngnscan.co.za/apply
❓ Enquiries: Mr. B KhakhuTel No: (011) 351 6000

📝Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent. A recognized three-year Degree / Diploma in Accounting / Financial Management or equivalent qualification. 5 years’ experience in a relevant financial environment. computer literate. At least three years of experience working with ITS payroll will be an added advantage. Knowledge of financial functions and practices practices as well as the ability to capture data and collate financial statistics. Knowledge of financial accounting procedures, methods and principles established for the processing of salaries and financial transactions. Transactional experience of accounting systems specifically relating to posting of accounting entries. Knowledge of the public sector financial management compliance and reporting requirements. Proven computer literacy, including MSWord and Excel. Planning and organizing, Good verbal and written communication skills. Flexibility and interpersonal relations skills. Ability to pay attention to detail. Valid drivers’ licence. 19

⚡Key Duties & Responsibilities

Ensure the implementation of budget and expenditure control systems. Draw and analyse monthly accounting reports and supervise corrections, where necessary. Manage income and expenditure. Administer payroll control and salary administration. Review all payroll reconciliations and ensure salary control accounts are balanced. Ensure overall supervision and provision of the salary administration service. Any Ad Hoc requests from the AD – Financial Accounting and CFO. Oversee verification of information for payroll certification. Ensure the correct classification of payroll costs in line with GRAP requirements. Quality assure all payroll transactions. Conduct reconciliation of transactions on the college payroll system with the accounting records. Ensure distribution of pay slip to all staff are open on the electronic system. Manage annual SARS reconciliation submission EMP50. Ensure distribution of IRP5’s to all staff are open on of the electronics system. Safeguard all financial records. Assist in the compilation of financial statements for each financial year. Prepare the unit for the financial audit and respond to queries raised by internal and external auditors. Manage human, physical and financial resources of the unit. Perform ad-hoc assignments from the ASD Financial Accounting and Deputy Principal Finance.

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