Assistant Director: Financial Accounting REF NO: GTC2026/12
Department of Higher Education and Training · Gauteng
Posted 3 November 2026
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CENTRE : Central Office
REQUIREMENTS
- Incumbent should have senior Certificate/Grade12 or NCV Certificate (level 4) plus a recognised 3-years National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management or related qualification, minimum of 3-5 years' experience at supervisory level in financial accounting environment, Valid driver's license, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Knowledge of PSET and CET Act,
- Knowledge and understanding PFMA, Knowledge and understanding Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act, Knowledge of Financial Management Systems (SAGE, Coltech and BAS), Valid driver's license.
- Competencies: Knowledge of PSET and CET Act., Knowledge and understanding Treasury Regulations Skills Development Act, knowledge of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and related legislation. Report witing skills, financial management skill, problem solving and leadership, ability to work under pressure with strict deadline.
DUTIES
- Coordinate and oversee budget preparation, implementation, monitoring and expenditure control. preparation of Annual Financial Statements and the month-end and year-end financial closure processes.
- Review and analyse expenditure reports, distribute to budget holders and obtain inputs on expenditure status. Oversee and monitor monthly bank, creditors reconciliations.
- Oversee the accurate allocation of monies received. Ensure that Asset Register is aligned with the Geneal Ledger. Ensure stock (inventory) is accurately accounted for in line with accounting system. Ensure correct audit assertions of all transactions. Liaise with internal and external auditors and ensure compliance with audit requirements. Supervise employee to ensure an effective financial accounting service.
- Manage the operational processes, resources and procedures associated with the financial accounting functions. Management of human, financial and other resources of the unit: render management service to the staff, manage the development and performance of the staff, manage the performance agreement of the staff.