STATE ACCOUNTANT: MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of Infrastructure. This job is part of Circular 26 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government | closing date: 17 August 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.
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
Salary
R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements
- An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field;
- A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in management accounting, budgeting, or a financial project management environment.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations;
- Management accounting principles (budgeting, monitoring and reporting);
- Government financial systems (e.g.
- BAS, LOGIS, SCOA);
- Applicable legislative, regulatory and governance frameworks;
- Financial analysis, data management and reporting methodologies.
- Skills in the following: Financial analysis and reporting;
- Budgeting and forecasting;
- Computer literacy (intermediate or advanced MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook);
- Numeracy and analytical thinking;
- Planning and organising;
- Communication (written and verbal);
- Problem-solving and decision-making;
- Data management and reconciliation;
- Report writing and presentation;
- Stakeholder engagement;
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
Duties
- Provide Budget Planning and Preparation;
- Provide Budget Support and Financial Control;
- Calculate Adjustments Estimate and Main Budget Development;
- Maintain Financial Governance, Compliance and Stakeholder Support.
Enquiries
Mr M Solomons Tel No: (021) 483 6008
Notes
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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Original Text
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field; A
minimum of 3 years relevant experience in management accounting, budgeting, or a financial project management environment. Competencies:
Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and
Treasury Regulations; Management accounting principles (budgeting, monitoring and reporting); Government financial systems (e.g. BAS, LOGIS,
SCOA); Applicable legislative, regulatory and governance frameworks;
Financial analysis, data management and reporting methodologies. Skills in the following: Financial analysis and reporting; Budgeting and forecasting;
Computer literacy (intermediate or advanced MS Excel, MS Word, MS
Outlook); Numeracy and analytical thinking; Planning and organising;
Communication (written and verbal); Problem-solving and decision-making;
Data management and reconciliation; Report writing and presentation;
Stakeholder engagement; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
Attention to detail and accuracy.
DUTIES : Provide Budget Planning and Preparation; Provide Budget Support and Financial Control; Calculate Adjustments Estimate and Main Budget
Development; Maintain Financial Governance, Compliance and Stakeholder
Support.
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Solomons Tel No: (021) 483 6008
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 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.