State Accountant: Bookkeeping, Revenue and Debt Management

About

Level 7 state accountant post managing revenue, debt, reports, budget support and financial statements. Requires Grade 12, a relevant NQF 6 financial management diploma, three years' experience and a driver's licence. Job grade: Level 07. Salary: R338 106 per annum. Reference: 2026/COGHSTA/55. Duty station: Head Office (Mbombela).

How to apply

Apply online through the Provincial e-Recruitment Portal: https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za. Submit the new signed Z83 form and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.

Responsibilities

• Collection of revenue due to the department and proper management thereof.
• Ensure timeous compilation of monthly reports.
• Effective management of the department’s debt account.
• Monitoring of Pay Master General Account.
• Provide budgetary support, analysis, advice and guidance to the department.
• Analyse and respond to budget related enquiries.
• Administer the transfer of funds for the MTEF cycle.
• Assist in preparation of Annual Financial Statements and interim Financial Statements.
• Prepare bank reconciliation and authorise Journal and record keeping.
• Maintenance and control of relevant accounts/suspense accounts and record keeping.

Qualifications

• A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and a recognised National Diploma at NQF level 6 in Financial Management or any other related qualification.
• A minimum of three years relevant experience.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of PFMA, Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations, financial administration legislation, BAS and PERSAL; communication, writing, interpersonal and computer skills.