Dpsa
State Accountant: Cost Management (Elsenburg) Ref No: Agr 45/2026
Department of Agriculture
Pay
R 413 001 - R 486 501 per year
Location
Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
a government employer is hiring a State Accountant: Cost Management (Elsenburg) Ref No: Agr 45/2026 in Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government. Public Service. A diploma or higher qualification is required. You apply with a Z83 on the official site.
- Government advert
- No fee to apply
- Closing date known
- Diploma required
Vacancy details
Post
35/238
Salary
R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
Centre
Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma on NQF Level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification) in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related field; A minimum of 1-year relevant experience in management accounting, budgeting, or a financial project management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations; Management accounting principles (budgeting, monitoring and reporting); Government financial systems (e.g. BAS, LOGIS, SCOA); Applicable legislative, regulatory and governance frameworks; Financial analysis, data management and reporting methodologies. Skills in the following: Financial analysis and reporting; Budgeting and forecasting; Computer literacy (intermediate or advanced MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook); Numeracy and analytical thinking; Planning and organising; Communication (written and verbal); Problem-solving and decision-making; Data management and reconciliation; Report writing and presentation; Stakeholder engagement; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Attention to detail and accuracy.
Duties
Provide Budget Planning and Preparation; Provide Budget Support and Financial Control; Calculate Adjustments Estimate and Main Budget Development; Maintain Financial Governance, Compliance and Stakeholder Support; Departmental detail monthly reporting to detect and incorrect/misclassification of SCOA allocations.
Enquiries
Ms D Zana Tel No: (021) 808 7604
Applications
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Reference
AGR 45/2026
Closing date
2026-10-19
Circular
Circular 35 of 2026