Assistant Director: Financial Accounting REF NO: FA/24/2026

Department of Higher Education and Training
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 3 hours ago
Full-time Finance & Accounting
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Job Description

(This is a re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply if they are still interested in the post) 

SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09), plus benefits as applicable in the Public Sector 

CENTRE : Central Johannesburg TVET College, Central Office 

REQUIREMENTS :

  • National Senior Certificate/Grade 12/STD 10 or NCV level 4 and a recognised three (3) National Diploma (NQF 6) in Financial Management or related qualification. Three to five years’ work experience in Finance section. Knowledge of PSET and CET Act. A minimum of three to five years’ supervisory experience.
  • Understanding of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Skills Development Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act. Knowledge of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and related legislation. And financial management systems. A valid driver’s licence and Computer Literacy (MS Office is necessary.
  • Competencies: Knowledge of PSET and CET Act. Knowledge and understanding of PFMA. Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and Public Service Act. Labour Relations Act, Skills Development Act, National Students Aid Scheme and related legislation. Knowledge of financial management systems. Administrative, Planning and Organising. Financial Management. Report Writing. Communication and Interpersonal Skills. Problem solving. Computer Literacy. Analytical. Client Oriented. Project Management. team leadership and people management. 

DUTIES :

  • Budget Preparation. Implementation, Monitoring and Control. Prepare Annual Financial Statements Collection and Recording of revenue- Cashier, Banking Services and Electronic payments, Debt Management, Monitoring and Reporting on Revenue Expenditure-Compensation of employees & Goods and Services.
  • Transfers and subsidies. Reporting year and month-end close-out processes and procedures. Supervise employees to ensure an effective financial accounting service. Liaise with auditors (internal and external) 

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationJohannesburg, Gauteng
CategoryFinance & Accounting
Experience3+ years
Posted3 November 2026
Closing Date16 November 2026
Department of Higher Education and Training
Johannesburg, Gauteng

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