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POST 10/317 : SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

🏒 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE πŸ“ Mmabatho Regional Office ⏳ Closes: 10 Apr 2026 🧾 Post: 10/317 # Ref: 2026/143

Key details

Salary
R397 116. β€’ per annum
Centre
Mmabatho Regional Office
Reference
2026/143
Closing date
10 Apr 2026
Apply email
09@dpw.gov.za

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Overview
Join our team to manage financial reconciliations, oversee debtor claims, and support effective financial control and reporting in the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure.

Requirements

A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06) in (Management Accounting, Financial Management or related qualifications.

Relevant working experience in the field.

Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Financial delegations and applicable financial management legislation, Compiling of report, Financial Systems, Transversal Systems (PMIS and SAGE).

Excellent Computer Skills in MS Excel, Power point and MS Words.

Data analysis techniques.

Numeracy and accounting skills, Good Report Writing Skills.

Ability to communicate at all levels.

Effective Communication skills (verbal & written).

Decision Making Skills.

Advanced Interpersonal and diplomacy skills.

Ability to work under stressful situations and deadline driven.

Willingness to travel and a valid driver’s license.


Duties

Compiling monthly reconciliations of debtors and all claims.

Compiling and issuing of claims and statements to debtors.

Follow up all outstanding balances due to the department.

Allocation of monies received.

Clearing of suspense accounts.

Ensure effective control and safekeeping of records and documentation related to payments (invoices and receipts).

Administrate and institute actions regarding outstanding monies due to the Department.

Liaise with state law advisors, legal and tracing agents for the institution of legal actions against debtors for monies outstanding.

Provide administrative and supervisory services to support effective functioning of the sub-directorate.

Supervise subordinates and ensure performance management and development.


How to apply

Email: 09@dpw.gov.za

Mmabatho
Mmabatho Regional Office: The Regional Manager
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Private Bag X 120
Mmabatho 2735
or hand deliver: 810 Corner Albert Luthuli Drive and Maisantwa Street.
Unit 3

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