State Accountant (Property Section)

About the role

The Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport (Mpumalanga) is hiring a State Accountant (Property Section), based in Gert Sibande District. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 a year. How to apply: Applications must be submitted online through the link erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Reference number to quote: SA/PRO/GERT/50 Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12h00 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Administer payment of property rates and taxes, administer payment of municipal services charges, administer stop order for lease payment and cancellation of stop orders, administer billing of accounts for shared services and private tenants, render reconciliation of debtors and supervise provision of administrative support services.

Requirements

• Grade 12 plus National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Finance/Public Administration.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Knowledge.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Knowledge of prescripts applicable in the Public Service and Property Management Environment: PFMA
• Treasury Regulations
• LOGIS
• Title Deeds, Deeds of Sale and other prescripts
• Computer literacy, communication skills, negotiations skills, financial management skills and good interpersonal relations
• The ability to work under pressure and willingness to work long hours