ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

Department of Higher Education and Training

Reference number: GTC2026/12
Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09), plus benefits
Centre: Central Office
Province: Free State
Closing date: 20 November 2026
Circular: No 39 of 2026

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Requirements

Incumbent should have senior Certificate/Grade12 or NCV Certificate (level 4) plus a recognised 3-years National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management or related qualification, minimum of 3-5 years’ experience at supervisory level in financial accounting environment, Valid driver’s license, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Knowledge of PSET and CET Act, Knowledge and understanding PFMA, Knowledge and understanding Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act, Knowledge of Financial Management Systems (SAGE, Coltech and BAS), Valid driver’s license. Competencies: Knowledge of PSET and CET Act., Knowledge and understanding Treasury Regulations Skills Development Act, knowledge of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and related legislation. Report witing skills, financial management skill, problem solving and leadership, ability to work under pressure with strict deadline.

Duties

Coordinate and oversee budget preparation, implementation, monitoring and expenditure control. preparation of Annual Financial Statements and the month-end and year-end financial closure processes. Review and analyse expenditure reports, distribute to budget holders and obtain inputs on expenditure status. Oversee and monitor monthly bank, creditors reconciliations. Oversee the accurate allocation of monies received. Ensure that Asset Register is aligned with the Geneal Ledger. Ensure stock (inventory) is accurately accounted for in line with accounting system. Ensure correct audit assertions of all transactions. Liaise with internal and external auditors and ensure compliance with audit requirements. Supervise employee to ensure an effective financial accounting service. Manage the operational processes, resources and procedures associated with the financial accounting functions. Management of human, financial and other resources of the unit: render management service to the staff, manage the development and performance of the staff, manage the performance agreement of the staff.

Where to send your application

Applications must be forwarded to: recruit@goldfieldstvet.edu.za Please quote the relevant reference number for each post in the email subject line to ensure easy identification and tracking.

Enquiries

Mr ME Leteane Tel No: (057) 910 6000

Note

Goldfields TVET College invites suitable candidates to apply for the following external college vacancy: Free State province. A completed New Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV (inclusive of three contactable referees and contact details). Shortlisted candidates will be requested to bring certified copies of their qualifications and identity document on the day of the interviews. Please quote the relevant reference number of the post you are applying for. Candidates who apply for more than one post should complete a separate application form for each post. Applications received after the closing date as well as faxed applications will not be considered. shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification, and employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection. Panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The College reserves the right not to make appointments, and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive any response within three months after closing date of this advertisement, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful. Note: All costs incurred due to your application and interviews will be at your own expense. Preference will be given to persons from designated groups, especially with regard to race, gender and disability. Goldfields College is an equal opportunity employer.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 30 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 October 2026.