ACCOUNTING CLERK: FINANCIAL POLICIES AND DIRECTIVES

Department of Correctional Services

Directorate: Financial Accounting

Reference number: HO 2026/11/96
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: National Head Office
Province: Free State
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. No experience required. Relevant experience in finance will be an added advantage. Computer literate. Competencies And Attributes: Financial training, data analysis, communication and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations. Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks. Innovative and creative. Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative framework. Understanding of broader Public Service transformation processes. Good interpersonal relations. Ability to network. Integrity and honesty.

Duties

Render clerical assistance in the financial directives’ office. Update, maintain and distribute financial documents. Update, maintain and distribute FAP manuals. Compile memorandums. Distribution and filing Financial Act and Regulations. Evaluation of FAP, Treasury Regulations, financial circulars etc. Responsible in accordance with Section 45 of the PFMA. Maintenance of communication column on financial matters. Management of assets.

Where to send your application

should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/ Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.

Enquiries

National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.

Note

Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 23 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 26 October 2026.