State Accountant: Tax Reconciliation

About the role

The Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture (Eastern Cape) is hiring a State Accountant: Tax Reconciliation, based in Head Office (Qonce). This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 – R398,277 a year. Reference number to quote: DSRAC 08/09/2026 Closing date: 23 October 2026. Applications received after closing date will not be considered. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Render Tax Rebates Services.
• Receive, assess and process tax rebate applications in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Verify the completeness and -accuracy of supporting documentation submitted by taxpayers and stakeholders.
• Validate taxpayer information against financial and tax records.
• Capture, update and maintain tax rebate information on the relevant financial management systems.
• Calculate and process approved tax rebates accurately and within prescribed turnaround times.
• Prepare payment schedules for approved tax rebates.
• Resolve tax rebate-related queries from taxpayers and internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders regarding outstanding information and tax rebate matters.
• Perform Tax Reconciliation.
• Reconcile tax rebate accounts and identify discrepancies.
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation differences promptly.
• Match payments, refunds and adjustments with supporting documentation.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts relating to tax rebates.
• Ensure that reconciliations are completed within prescribed timeframes.
• Maintain complete reconciliation records and audit trails.
• Escalate unresolved discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Financial Administration and Reporting.
• Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation reports.
• Prepare management information on tax rebate transactions.
• Monitor outstanding tax rebate claims and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with record management policies.
• Assist with audit requests by providing supporting documentation and explanations.
• Promote Stakeholder and Customer Service.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to taxpayers and stakeholders regarding tax rebate procedures.
• Respond to enquiries within prescribed service standards.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in awareness sessions and provide support on tax rebate processes.

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or B.
• Degree (NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Accounting/Cost & Management Accounting/Financial Management/Internal Audit qualifications with at least 1 to 2 years’ experience within the public sector expenditure management field and payment of employee benefits.
• Public sector finances experience in budgeting and revenue management will be added advantage.
• Knowledge of financial systems (LOGIS, PERSAL and BAS).
• Knowledge of Tax Administration Act, Public Service Regulations, Legislations/policies/prescripts, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and the Public Finance Management Act and Financial Regulations.
• Knowledge of Batho Pele principles.
• Computer literacy specializing in Advanced EXCEL and PowerPoint Presentation.
• Good communication and report writing skills.
• Sound organisational skills.
• People management.
• Customer/client orientated approach and ability to work under pressure and independently.
• A valid driving licence (Code 8) will be an added advantage.