State Accountant: Financial Statement And Debt Control
Department Of Correctional Services (Dcs)
- Salary (as advertised)
- R338 106 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
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In brief
Overview This role is for a State Accountant specializing in Financial Statement and Debt Control within the Financial Accounting Directorate at the National Head Office of the Department of Correctional Services (DCS). The position offers a salary of R338,106 per annum. The role primarily involves assisting with financial statement preparation, performing debt reconciliations and collection, ensuring accurate transaction recording, and maintaining financial controls and records. The appointment is made under the Public Service Act. What you will do * Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with the modified cash standards. * Perform monthly debtor reconciliations and resolving reconciling items. * Assist with debt collection processes to ensure timely recovery of outstanding debts. * Ensure accurate and timeous recording of all debtor transactions in the appropriate accounts. * Ensure that all transactions captured on BAS are authorised within prescribed timeframes. * Maintain proper filing systems and safeguard debtor records for audit purposes. * Perform daily administrative duties within the Debt Control section. * Coordinate monthly stationery requirements for the section. * Monitor monthly reports on the status of suspense accounts. * Ensure reporting is compliant with section 32 of the PMFA by maintaining effective financial management and internal controls. * Management of performance information, resources, finance and assets. Requirements (from the original advert) * An appropriate Degree/National Diploma in Finance related field with Accounting, Financial Management, Cost with Management Accounting as a major subject. * 1-2 years relevant finance experience in Debt Management. * Knowledge of BAS. * Computer literate. * Valid driver’s licence. * **Competencies And Attributes:** Strong data analysis, problem solving, effective communication, presentation and report writing skills. Sound clerical, numeracy organisational and time management abilities. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act. Understanding of the Public Service legislative and regulatory framework. High level of integrity, attention to detail, accountability and the ability to work independently and under pressure. Who should apply An individual with an appropriate Degree or National Diploma in a finance-related field, with Accounting, Financial Management, or Cost with Management Accounting as a major subject, and 1-2 years of relevant finance experience in Debt Management. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of BAS, be computer literate, and possess a valid driver’s licence. They should demonstrate strong data analysis, problem-solving, communication, presentation, and report writing skills, along with sound clerical, numeracy, organizational, and time management abilities. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act and an understanding of the Public Service legislative and regulatory framework are required. The candidate must also exhibit a high level of integrity, attention to detail, accountability, and the ability to work independently and under pressure. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-correctional-services-dcs-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-ho-2026-11-76 Source: govpage
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