STATE ACCOUNTANT: COST MANAGEMENT (ELSENBURG)

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma on NQF Level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification) in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field; A minimum of 1-year relevant experience in management accounting, budgeting, or a financial project management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations; Management accounting principles (budgeting, monitoring and reporting); Government financial systems (e.g. BAS, LOGIS, SCOA); Applicable legislative, regulatory and governance frameworks; Financial analysis, data management and reporting methodologies. Skills in the following: Financial analysis and reporting; Budgeting and forecasting; Computer literacy (intermediate or advanced MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook); Numeracy and analytical thinking; Planning and organising; Communication (written and verbal); Problem-solving and decision-making; Data management and reconciliation; Report writing and presentation; Stakeholder engagement; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Attention to detail and accuracy.

Duties

Provide Budget Planning and Preparation; Provide Budget Support and Financial Control; Calculate Adjustments Estimate and Main Budget Development; Maintain Financial Governance, Compliance and Stakeholder Support; Departmental detail monthly reporting to detect and incorrect/misclassification of SCOA allocations.

Where to send your application

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries

Ms D Zana Tel No: (021) 808 7604

More posts like this

• Agriculture vacancies in Western Cape (18)
• All Agriculture vacancies (22)
• Government jobs in Western Cape (186)
• Every post in DPSA Circular 35 of 2026

Related open posts