About the Role
The Department of Finance is looking for a dedicated State Accountant for Budgeting Services, based at the Head Office in Zwelitsha, Eastern Cape. This role is vital in supporting the financial integrity of the public service, ensuring that budget compliance is maintained across various sectors. As a State Accountant, you will play a crucial role in managing budget records, preparing reports, and supervising accounting clerks, all of which contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of government operations and services to the community.
In this position, you will be part of a dynamic team that strives to uphold high standards of financial management. By ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and departmental prescripts, you will help foster an environment of transparency and accountability within the public sector. Your efforts will directly impact the lives of South African citizens, making this a meaningful and rewarding government job.
About the Department
The Department of Finance is committed to promoting sound financial management within the public sector. Its mission is to effectively manage the financial resources of the government to ensure that public services are delivered efficiently and sustainably. Working here means being part of a team that is dedicated to improving the fiscal health of South Africa, enhancing service delivery, and ultimately making a difference in the lives of citizens.
In a role that emphasizes compliance, reporting, and financial oversight, employees are empowered to contribute to the broader goals of financial stability and economic growth. This is an opportunity to be involved in significant financial decisions that shape the future of the public service sector.
What You’ll Do
- Provide budget compliance support to management and ensure adherence to financial regulations.
- Capture and manage budget records, including transfers and virements.
- Prepare and compile detailed monthly and quarterly budget reports.
- Mentor and supervise accounting clerks, learners, and interns, fostering professional growth.
- Ensure the management, maintenance, and safekeeping of departmental assets.
- Maintain high standards in work quality, quantity, and timeliness within your team.
- Resolve issues of motivation and control within the team with minimal guidance.
- Manage the working environment and oversee leave of absence for team members.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate 3-year undergraduate qualification in Accounting, Economics, or Financial Management (NQF Level 6) recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in financial or accounting services.
- In-depth understanding of the legislative framework governing the public service.
- Familiarity with the Public Finance Management Act, DORA, and Treasury regulations.
- Proficiency in financial management systems (e.g., PERSAL, BAS).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, along with good communication abilities in English.
- Knowledge of financial management best practices and an understanding of the Education Sector will be advantageous.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
An appropriate (3-year) undergraduate NQF 6 in Accounting/ Economics / Financial Management as recognised by SAQA.A minimum of 3-5 years in financial or accounting services.
In-depth understanding of legislative framework that governs the Public Service.
Understanding and application of the following prescripts: Public Finance Management Act, DORA, Treasury regulations, Treasury / Practice Notes, Treasury & DPSA Circulars, General Accounting Principles, SCM Guidelines and Frameworks, Understanding of Financial Management best practices.
Financial Management Systems (PERSAL, BAS).
Knowledge Management.
Service Delivery Innovation.
Problem Solving and analysis.
Computer literate.
Good communication skills (written and verbal skills) and a good command of English language.
Knowledge of Education Sector will be added advantage.
Job Duties
Provide budget compliance support to management.Capturing of budget records, transfers and virements.
Prepare budget reports.
Compile monthly and quarterly reports.
Compliance with departmental prescripts.
Compile monthly and quarterly reports.
Compliance with departmental prescripts.
Mentoring/ supervising of accounting clerks, learners and interns.
Personnel management.
Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.
179 Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness.
Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance to subordinates.
Maintain conducive working environment and management of leave of absence.
