SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: COMPLIANCE IN INTERNAL CONTROL is a South African government vacancy at North West Department of Public Works and Roads. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Head Office – Mahikeng | closing date: 29 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
e-mail to: DPWRHORecruit2@nwpg.gov.za
Salary
R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements
- Qualifications: National Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Internal Audit / Cost and Management Accounting / Financial Accounting / Managerial Accounting and Finance Management / Accounting Science and Finance Accounting/ Accounting.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Experience: 2 years relevant experience in Internal Control or Financial Management environment.
- Knowledge: In-depth understanding and knowledge of the Public Service regulations.
- Government Systems and Operations.
- PFMA, Treasury Regulations.
- Departmental SCM policies and regulations.
- Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written & verbal).
- A sound computer literacy in Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Presentation and Report writing.
- Proficient in planning and organizing.
- Problem solving.
- Policy interpretation.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
Duties
- Detect and investigate internal control weaknesses including irregular expenditure and report findings with recommendations.
- Assess internal control failings and support corrective.
- Maintain statistics on internal control incidents and prepare accurate reports.
- Handle internal control unit’s day-to-day queries to ensure timely and accurate resolutions.
- Provide inputs in the compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Enquiries
Mr G. Molefi Tel No: (018) 388 1170
Notes
On the subject line of your E-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number also use the correct e-mail. All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 Form and Updated Curriculum Vitae Only be in PDF Format, also as One Document. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name, Reference number and Centre. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information. Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking re-employment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate: No applicant shall be recommended for appointment without producing a Certificate of completion (Nyukela) as a mandatory requirement obtainable via this link: https://www.thensg.gov.za, offered by the National School of Government. Failure to submit the requested information will result not being considered. Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees. Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting. Note: All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS Levels, shall undertake two (2) preentry assessments and one (1) will be a practical exercise including an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment, according to the mandated DPSA directive. The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (6) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. OTHER POSTS
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Original Text
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Head Office – Mahikeng
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Internal Audit / Cost and Management Accounting /
Financial Accounting / Managerial Accounting and Finance Management /
Accounting Science and Finance Accounting/ Accounting. A valid driver’s license. Experience: 2 years relevant experience in Internal Control or
Financial Management environment. Knowledge: In-depth understanding and knowledge of the Public Service regulations. Government Systems and
Operations. PFMA, Treasury Regulations. Departmental SCM policies and regulations. Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written &
verbal). A sound computer literacy in Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel and
PowerPoint, Presentation and Report writing. Proficient in planning and organizing. Problem solving. Policy interpretation. Maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and under pressure.
DUTIES : Detect and investigate internal control weaknesses including irregular expenditure and report findings with recommendations. Assess internal control
failings and support corrective. Maintain statistics on internal control incidents and prepare accurate reports. Handle internal control unit’s day-to-day queries
to ensure timely and accurate resolutions. Provide inputs in the compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
ENQUIRIES : Mr G. Molefi Tel No: (018) 388 1170
APPLICATIONS : e-mail to: DPWRHORecruit2@nwpg.gov.za
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.