SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (X2 POSTS)

Department of Health

Directorate: Financial Accounting

Salary: R413 001 per annum
Centre: Head Office, Cape Town
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 30 October 2026
Circular: No 37 of 2026

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Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in Accounting/Auditing, or any other relevant qualification inclusive of Financial Accounting III. Experience: Appropriate experience in an accounting environment and preparation of financial statements. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid code B/EB driver’s licence and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Practical experience with compilation of Financial Statements. Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (Excel spreadsheets, report writing and drafting of Word documents, MS PowerPoint presentations), Analytical and presentation skills. Working experience of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/or International Standards on Auditing. Knowledge of Modified Cash Standard (MCS) and/or Generally Recognised Accounting. Practice (GRAP) Standards.

Duties

Overall assessment of AFS Template and analysis of the Modified Cash Standard. Compilation of Interim and Annual Financial Statements and assist with implementation/compliance iro AFS Disclosure Notes inputs. Provide guidance/advice around accounting issues iro AFS. Research, analyse and compile implementation plans iro Accounting standards. Compliance: Monthly/quarterly disclosure/financial reporting. Research, analyse and interpret accounting information. Project Management. Supervisory functions.

Where to send your application

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Mr MN Davids Tel No: (021) 483-3176

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Short-listed candidates may be required to do a computer literacy test and presentation as part of the evaluation process.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 16 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 25 October 2026.