DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING. is a South African government vacancy at Limpopo Department of Co-Operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Polokwane | closing date: 03 July 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Circular Post No: 20/171
Job Ref Number: COGHSTA 04/26
Department: Limpopo Department of Co-Operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs
Province: Limpopo
Centre: Polokwane
Closing Date: 03 July 2026
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package)
Applications
Where to send your application.
Applications should be submitted online through http://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za Hand delivered applications should be submitted to 28 Market Street (Next to UNISA) Registry Office (First Floor by 16h00 daily) or alternatively post to The Director: HRMA&EW; Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Private Bag X9485, Polokwane, 0700.
Salary
R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package)
Requirements
- Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management/Financial Accounting/Cost &
- Management Accounting as recognized by SAQA.
- Minimum 5 Years of experience at middle/senior managerial level in the financial management field and valid driver’s license (with exception of person with disability).
- SMS Pre-Entry (Nyukela) Certificate prior to appointment.
- Core and Process Competencies: Sound and in-depth knowledge of PFMA and the broader government framework on financial management, relevant prescripts, application of the legislative framework governing the public service e.g., Procurement policies, Public Service Act, understanding of the public services environment, Government systems and structures, Financial management, Strategic leadership, knowledge and experience of the budget policy framework and their due processes.
- Knowledge of public service financial management systems (BAS, PERSAL and Vulindlela).
- Knowledge of transfer payment regulations.
- Knowledge of GAAP and GRAP.
- Strategic financial planning.
- Financial reporting and analysis.
- Generic Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership.
- People Management and Empowerment.
- Programme and Project Management.
- Financial Management.
- Change Management.
- Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation.
- Problem Solving and Analysis.
- Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication (Verbal and written).
- Technical competencies: Computer literacy, Policy formulation and implementation;
- Adaptability to meet the goal during changes, Innovative thinking.
Duties
- Manage the budgeting process;
- Manage compilation of Interim Financial Statements (IFS) and Annual Financial Statements (AFS) in line with Modified Cash Standards.
- Development and implementation of Financial Accounting and Reporting measures;
- Manage revenue and expenditure management and provide financial administration and accounting services;
- Manage 100% reconciliation of general ledger towards a zero balance on the suspense accounts and accurate expenditure interface, through monthly reconciliations.
- Manage the entire payments and receipts sections including the reporting aspects;
- Align financial plans with departmental strategic objectives and Annual Performance Plans (APP);
- Coordinate budget hearings and engagements with Provincial Treasury and oversight bodies, Manage financial reporting and compliance services;
- Manage preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, Ensure accurate and timely submission of In-Year Monitoring (IYM) reports;
- Manage resources (human, financial, equipment/assets).
- Manage performance of staff and ensure assessment of their performance.
- Build and lead a high-performing team by ensuring provision of mentorship, coaching, and discipline of staff.
- Set clear goals and performance expectations for the team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Enquiries
Ms. Mokhomole Makgano Tel No: (015) 294 2270
Notes
EE Target: African Female, Coloured Female, White Female, Indian Female, Persons with Disability
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
POST 20/171 : DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING. REF NO: COGHSTA 04/26 Branch: Financial Management Services
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Polokwane
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management/Financial Accounting/Cost & Management Accounting as
recognized by SAQA. Minimum 5 Years of experience at middle/senior managerial level in the financial management field and valid driver’s license
(with exception of person with disability). SMS Pre-Entry (Nyukela) Certificate prior to appointment. Core and Process Competencies: Sound and in-depth
knowledge of PFMA and the broader government framework on financial
management, relevant prescripts, application of the legislative framework governing the public service e.g., Procurement policies, Public Service Act,
understanding of the public services environment, Government systems and structures, Financial management, Strategic leadership, knowledge and
experience of the budget policy framework and their due processes.
Knowledge of public service financial management systems (BAS, PERSAL and Vulindlela). Knowledge of transfer payment regulations. Knowledge of
GAAP and GRAP. Strategic financial planning. Financial reporting and analysis. Generic Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. People
Management and Empowerment. Programme and Project Management.
Financial Management. Change Management. Knowledge Management,
Service Delivery Innovation. Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication (Verbal and written). Technical
competencies: Computer literacy, Policy formulation and implementation;
Adaptability to meet the goal during changes, Innovative thinking.
DUTIES : Manage the budgeting process; Manage compilation of Interim Financial Statements (IFS) and Annual Financial Statements (AFS) in line with Modified
Cash Standards. Development and implementation of Financial Accounting and Reporting measures; Manage revenue and expenditure management and
provide financial administration and accounting services; Manage 100% reconciliation of general ledger towards a zero balance on the suspense
accounts and accurate expenditure interface, through monthly reconciliations.
Manage the entire payments and receipts sections including the reporting aspects; Align financial plans with departmental strategic objectives and
Annual Performance Plans (APP); Coordinate budget hearings and engagements with Provincial Treasury and oversight bodies, Manage financial
reporting and compliance services; Manage preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, Ensure accurate and timely submission of In-Year
Monitoring (IYM) reports; Manage resources (human, financial, equipment/assets). Manage performance of staff and ensure assessment of
their performance. Build and lead a high-performing team by ensuring provision of mentorship, coaching, and discipline of staff. Set clear goals and
performance expectations for the team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Mokhomole Makgano Tel No: (015) 294 2270
NOTE : EE Target: African Female, Coloured Female, White Female, Indian Female, Persons with Disability
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Polokwane
REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management/Financial Accounting/Cost & Management Accounting as
recognized by SAQA. Minimum 5 Years of experience at middle/senior managerial level in the financial management field and valid driver’s license
(with exception of person with disability). SMS Pre-Entry (Nyukela) Certificate prior to appointment. Core and Process Competencies: Sound and in-depth
knowledge of PFMA and the broader government framework on financial
management, relevant prescripts, application of the legislative framework governing the public service e.g., Procurement policies, Public Service Act,
understanding of the public services environment, Government systems and structures, Financial management, Strategic leadership, knowledge and
experience of the budget policy framework and their due processes.
Knowledge of public service financial management systems (BAS, PERSAL and Vulindlela). Knowledge of transfer payment regulations. Knowledge of
GAAP and GRAP. Strategic financial planning. Financial reporting and analysis. Generic Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. People
Management and Empowerment. Programme and Project Management.
Financial Management. Change Management. Knowledge Management,
Service Delivery Innovation. Problem Solving and Analysis. Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication (Verbal and written). Technical
competencies: Computer literacy, Policy formulation and implementation;
Adaptability to meet the goal during changes, Innovative thinking.
DUTIES : Manage the budgeting process; Manage compilation of Interim Financial Statements (IFS) and Annual Financial Statements (AFS) in line with Modified
Cash Standards. Development and implementation of Financial Accounting and Reporting measures; Manage revenue and expenditure management and
provide financial administration and accounting services; Manage 100% reconciliation of general ledger towards a zero balance on the suspense
accounts and accurate expenditure interface, through monthly reconciliations.
Manage the entire payments and receipts sections including the reporting aspects; Align financial plans with departmental strategic objectives and
Annual Performance Plans (APP); Coordinate budget hearings and engagements with Provincial Treasury and oversight bodies, Manage financial
reporting and compliance services; Manage preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, Ensure accurate and timely submission of In-Year
Monitoring (IYM) reports; Manage resources (human, financial, equipment/assets). Manage performance of staff and ensure assessment of
their performance. Build and lead a high-performing team by ensuring provision of mentorship, coaching, and discipline of staff. Set clear goals and
performance expectations for the team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Mokhomole Makgano Tel No: (015) 294 2270
NOTE : EE Target: African Female, Coloured Female, White Female, Indian Female, Persons with Disability
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.