This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
STATE ACCOUNTANT
Provincial Treasury
Sub Directorate: Financial Accounting and Bank Management
- Reference number
- NWFIN/2026/22
- Salary
- R338 106 – R398 277.per annum (Level 7)
- Centre
- Mmabatho
- Province
- North West
- Closing date
- 10 July 2026
- Circular
- No 22 of 2026
Requirements
As a minimum a National Diploma / Advanced Certificate in Finance/ Accounting or equivalent NQF 6 qualification. NQF 7 will be an added advantage. A minimum of one (1) year relevant experience in Accounting/ Finance. Knowledge of Public Sector Reporting Framework for the preparation of financial statements, financial controls, Public Sector Financial prescripts, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury regulations. Computer literacy – Word, Excel and PowerPoint important. Knowledge of Government systems (BAS, Walker, PERSAL) will be an added advantage. Sound analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer relation skills. Creative and innovative. Ability to work independently and in a team. Sound Report writing. Ability to apply technical/professional knowledge and skills in immediate work area and wider environment. Ability to work under pressure and with precision. Ensure deadlines are adhered to. Ability to plan effectively and efficiently. Ability to apply technical/professional knowledge and skills in immediate work area and wider environment. Ability to work under pressure and with precision. Ensure deadlines are adhered to. Ability to plan effectively and efficiently.
Duties
To render Financial Accounting Services related to Debtors, Creditors, Revenue and Expenditure. Responsible for the capturing of revenue. To assist the supervisor with the timeous and accurate closure of month-end and year-end BAS processes. To assist with the preparation of the monthly accounting reconciliations, checks and balances. Perform/authorize daily financial accounting system operational functions. To check and monitor S&T claims for validity, accuracy and completeness. Check the daily bank statements. Ensure compliance with Public Sector reporting framework, accounting policies, procedures and PFMA. Supervise and assess performance of sub-ordinates. Assist in compilation of sections in the Interim and Annual Financial Statements.
Where to send your application
Applications should be forwarded to: The Director: Human Resource Management, North West Provincial Treasury, Private Bag X2060, Mmabatho 2735, marked for attention: N Marengwa, K Chuma, L Rapodile, or S Nage, 2nd Floor, Garona Building. You can also email your application to ptvacancies@nwpg.gov.za The maximum limit is 35MB for applications to be transmitted successfully, otherwise you will have to send more than one email. When you submit by email, please put the reference number and post job title in the subject line. The reference number should be indicated on the application. If you apply for more than 1 post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Applications should be submitted on time. Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted and considered.
Enquiries
Ms R. Letsogo Tel: 018 388 3247
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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