State Accountant: Management Accounting

In brief

**Overview** This is a State Accountant position, focusing on Management Accounting, within the Department of Electricity And Energy. The role is based at the Head Office in Pretoria and offers a salary of R413 001 per annum (Level 08). The position is identified by reference number DEE2026/022. **What you will do** * Collate financial supporting information for the annual budget planning purpose (MTEF/ENE). * Prepare and capture budget information during the in-year budget process. * Manage cash flow, including drawings and against the National Revenue Fund (NRF). * Perform supervisory functions. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate National Diploma in Government Accounting, Cost Accounting or related at NQF Level 6 recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). * 1 year experience in Finance (Budget). * Knowledge of: * Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) * Treasury Regulations * Departmental policies and procedures * Financial and related transversal systems used in government (BAS, Safetyweb, Vulindlela) * Financial Administration and management accounting * Skills: * Financial and accounting skills * Communication skills * Business letter and report writing skills * Computer literacy * Problem solving/ innovation * Management and organisational skills * Project management * Thinking Demands: * Numeric * Organisational/staff * Budget and structures * Government budget processes and procedures **Who should apply** Ideal candidates are those with a National Diploma (NQF Level 6 SAQA recognised) in Government Accounting, Cost Accounting, or a related field, coupled with at least one year of experience in finance (specifically budgeting). Applicants should possess knowledge of government financial legislation (PFMA, Treasury Regulations), departmental procedures, and relevant financial systems (BAS, Safetyweb, Vulindlela). Strong financial, accounting, communication, computer literacy, problem-solving, and management skills are essential. Furthermore, the Department specifically encourages males from all races (African, Indian, Coloured, and White) to apply. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-electricity-and-energy-vacancies-dee-vacancies-circular-36-of-2026#spani-ref-dee2026-022 Source: govpage

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