Senior State Accountant: Internal Control

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**Overview** This position is for a Senior State Accountant specializing in Internal Control within The Presidency, specifically in the Sub-Directorate: Internal Control. The role is based in Pretoria and offers a salary of R413,001 per annum (Level 08). The reference number for this vacancy is SSA/PRES/2026. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Assisting with implementing controls over access to records. * Assisting in managing internal financial control by ensuring effective and efficient performance of the financial management and supply chain management functions within the CFO unit. * Verifying all finalized BAS/LOGIS payments, journals, receipts, S & T claims, face value forms, etc. * Reviewing and updating financial policies and procedures. * Overseeing the departmental filing system pertaining to accounting documents. * Liaising with Auditors (internal/external) and ensuring that their recommendations are implemented. * Collating information for responses to the Auditors. * Conducting financial inspections and assessments of departmental financial policies to ensure compliance. * Managing financial documents (receiving, filing, reconciliation, and also making follow-ups on outstanding batches). * Identifying, registering, and investigating irregular and fruitless & wasteful expenditure. * Ensuring that all identified non-compliance with 30-day payments are reported to National Treasury. * Supervising Accounting Clerks, contractors and mentoring/training interns. * Assisting in the monitoring of the correct implementation of policies, strategies and policy frameworks. * Assisting in the audit coordination process. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A Senior Certificate. * An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Financial Accounting/ Auditing/ Risk Management OR equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. * A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years’ applicable experience obtained within an Accounting environment with specific reference to financial reporting, compliance monitoring, internal control, and risk management. * **Competencies:** * Communication (oral and written). * Client orientation and customer focus. * Honesty and integrity. * Service delivery innovation. * Problem solving and analysis. * Program and project management. * People management and empowerment. * Change management. * Public service regulatory framework. * Policy formulation process within government. * Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques. * Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations. **Who should apply** This position is suitable for individuals who possess a Senior Certificate along with a Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma (or NQF level 6 equivalent) in Financial Accounting, Auditing, or Risk Management. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of two to three years of experience in an Accounting environment, specifically in financial reporting, compliance monitoring, internal control, and risk management. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication skills, client orientation, integrity, and problem-solving abilities. Furthermore, a solid understanding of the public service regulatory framework, including the PFMA and Treasury Regulations, is essential. The role also requires competencies in program and project management, people management, change management, and monitoring and evaluation. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/the-presidency-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-ssa-pres-2026 Source: govpage

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