STATE ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL STATEMENT AND DEBT CONTROL

Department of Correctional Services

Directorate: Financial Accounting

Reference number: HO 2026/11/76
Salary: R338 106 per annum
Centre: National Head Office
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate Degree/National Diploma in Finance related field with Accounting, Financial Management, Cost with Management Accounting as a major subject. 1-2 years relevant finance experience in Debt Management. Knowledge of BAS. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Strong data analysis, problem solving, effective communication, presentation and report writing skills. Sound clerical, numeracy organisational and time management abilities. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act. Understanding of the Public Service legislative and regulatory framework. High level of integrity, attention to detail, accountability and the ability to work independently and under pressure.

Duties

Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with the modified cash standards. Perform monthly debtor reconciliations and resolving reconciling items. Assist with debt collection processes to ensure timely recovery of outstanding debts. Ensure accurate and timeous recording of all debtor transactions in the appropriate accounts. Ensure that all transactions captured on BAS are authorised within prescribed timeframes. Maintain proper filing systems and safeguard debtor records for audit purposes. Perform daily administrative duties within the Debt Control section. Coordinate monthly stationery requirements for the section. Monitor monthly reports on the status of suspense accounts. Ensure reporting is compliant with section 32 of the PMFA by maintaining effective financial management and internal controls. Management of performance information, resources, finance and 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 24 October 2026.