Job details

    Circular Post No: 20/134
    Job Ref Number: REFS/049931
    Province: Gauteng
    Centre: Johannesburg
    Closing Date: 30 June 2026
    Salary: R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package), consists of 70% Basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules.

    Applications

    Where to send your application.

    Applications should be submitted strictly online, applicants should quote the relevant reference number and submit through the following email address: TMRH.Vacancies@gauteng.gov.za No hand-delivered, faxed applications will be accepted.

    Salary

    R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package), consists of 70% Basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules.

    Requirements

    • NQF Level 7 Degree in Accounting/ Auditing/ Internal Auditing/ Cost Management or Cost Accounting.3 – 5 years supervisory and or people management experience (junior management level).
    • 5 years working experience in municipal accounting and financial reporting or the fields of Accounting/ Auditing/ Internal Auditing.
    • At least 3 years working experience in local government or Provincial Treasuries’ MFMA Unit in a similar role.

    Duties

    • To monitor compliance with the financial management and annual reporting framework in the municipal sphere of government in live with the Municipal Finance Management Act and related Legislations by local authorities.
    • Provide leadership with the management of the sub-directorate.
    • Manage the monitoring of the implementation of the accounting standards (GRAP and others) and review and report on the quality of the annual financial statements.
    • Implement Frameworks, Standards and Guidelines by ensuring compliance with all standards and legislation and value add in internal audit activities.
    • Coordinate the provision of accounting services and support to municipalities and municipal entities.
    • Effective participation in intergovernmental relations structures (internally and externally).

    Enquiries

    Mr. Tebogo Thobejane – email: tebogo.thobejane@gauteng.gov.za

    Notes

    Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the completed CV and new updated Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each (Z83) application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant as per Circular no 3 of 2025. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Section A, B, C and D must be completed in full. Section E, F and G: Noting that there’s a limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached” after having completed to the maximum the actual Z83, this is acceptable – If the CV has been attached and provides the required information. On the CV all experience should be in a chronological order indicating the employer, position and employment period. On the CV indicate the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). CV must have details of name of attended schools/institutions and area. The Information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. (Reference checks)- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. The question that relates to conditions that prevents re-appointment under part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. Only emailed applications will be considered. Correspondence will be entered with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill this post. It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to and pass Personnel Suitability Check (PSC) – Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification processes entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks etc. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS

    Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.

    Original Text
    POST 20/134 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTING AUDITING AND REPORTING REF NO: REFS/049931
    Directorate: Municipal Finance Management
    SALARY : R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package), consists of 70% Basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules.
    CENTRE : Johannesburg
    REQUIREMENTS : NQF Level 7 Degree in Accounting/ Auditing/ Internal Auditing/ Cost Management or Cost Accounting.3 – 5 years supervisory and or people
    management experience (junior management level). 5 years working experience in municipal accounting and financial reporting or the fields of
    Accounting/ Auditing/ Internal Auditing. At least 3 years working experience in local government or Provincial Treasuries’ MFMA Unit in a similar role.
    DUTIES : To monitor compliance with the financial management and annual reporting framework in the municipal sphere of government in live with the Municipal
    Finance Management Act and related Legislations by local authorities. Provide leadership with the management of the sub-directorate. Manage the monitoring
    of the implementation of the accounting standards (GRAP and others) and review and report on the quality of the annual financial statements. Implement
    Frameworks, Standards and Guidelines by ensuring compliance with all standards and legislation and value add in internal audit activities. Coordinate
    the provision of accounting services and support to municipalities and municipal entities. Effective participation in intergovernmental relations
    structures (internally and externally).
    ENQUIRIES : Mr. Tebogo Thobejane – email: tebogo.thobejane@gauteng.gov.za

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