Job details

Circular: 29 of 2026
Page No.: 2

Circular Post: 29/274
Department: Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 7 September 2026

About this vacancy

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.

Applications close on 7 September 2026.

Application and salary information

Salary

R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.

Centre: Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government.
Reference information: DEDAT 25/2026
Salary information: R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)

Requirements

27 requirements · official circular text

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) with Accounting or Economics as majors;
A minimum of 1-year relevant experience in a financial management or similar environment;
A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Management;
Customer service;
Project Management;
Accounting Finance and Audit;
Information Technology;
Financial analysis;
People Management.
Skills in the following: Numeracy;
Computer Literacy in MS Office;
Language skills;
Presentation;
Research;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Interpersonal relations;
Flexibility;
Innovation;
Organising;
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations;
Adhering to Principles and Values;
Writing and Reporting;
Presenting and Communicating Information;
Working with People;
Ability to work under pressure.

Duties

3 duties · official circular text

Assist in the co-ordination of the Budgeting and Planning portfolio;
Assist in the co-ordination Revenue and Expenditure Portfolio;
Assist in the co-ordination of the Reporting portfolio.

Enquiries

Mr R Le Breton at Robert.lebreton@westerncape.gov.za or Tel No: (021) 829

How to apply

Where and how to submit 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

Notes and Z83 guidance

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
All shortlisted candidates 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.
The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS

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Official source

This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.

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Original Text

POST 29/274 : STATE ACCOUNTANT: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING REF NO: DEDAT 25/2026
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) with Accounting or Economics as majors; A minimum of 1-year
relevant experience in a financial management or similar environment; A valid
(Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Management; Customer service;
Project Management; Accounting Finance and Audit; Information Technology;
Financial analysis; People Management. Skills in the following: Numeracy;
Computer Literacy in MS Office; Language skills; Presentation; Research;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Interpersonal relations;
Flexibility; Innovation; Organising; Delivering Results and Meeting Customer
Expectations; Adhering to Principles and Values; Writing and Reporting;
Presenting and Communicating Information; Working with People; Ability to work under pressure.
DUTIES : Assist in the co-ordination of the Budgeting and Planning portfolio; Assist in the co-ordination Revenue and Expenditure Portfolio; Assist in the co-ordination of
the Reporting portfolio.
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Le Breton at Robert.lebreton@westerncape.gov.za or Tel No: (021) 829