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Assistant Director: Financial Accounting, Ref No. DOTP 68/2026 at Western Cape Department of the Premier

Western Cape Department of the Premier
June 28, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Remuneration
R 487 197 - R 573 897 per annum (Salary level 9)
Job Purpose


The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to coordinate, review and undertake the implementation of financial accounting systems and procedures in line with relevant legislation, regulatory framework and departmental policies and procedures.


Minimum Requirements


An appropriate 3-year B-Degree in Financial Management at NQF level 7 (equivalent or higher); A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience.


Recommendation
None.

Key Performance Areas


Monitoring and compiling inputs to financial reporting, including Interim Financial Statements and Annual Financial Statements; Overseeing cash management function (banking, petty cash, cashier functions, entity maintenance);
Management of payments: Sundry, LOGIS and PERSAL including batch control; Management of claims recoverable account including other non-salary suspense accounts; Financial reporting and monitoring:
Plan and manage the compilation of inputs to the Interim financial statements (IFS) and Annual Financial Statements (AFS); Ensure that the information submitted for the IFS/AFS disclosure is checked and verified; Ensure the accurate and timeous compilation and submission of IFS/AFS including sound supporting documentation; Managerial functions.


Competencies


Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations and Provincial Treasury Instructions; Public Service Act, 1994, as amended; Basic Conditions of Employment Act;
Relevant systems (Basic Accounting System and Logistical Information System);
Understanding of public service accounting procedures, processes and systems;
Performance management in general. Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Numeracy and literacy; Project Management; Accounting and Financial Mnaagement; People Management.

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