Senior State Accountant: Financial Accounting
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About the role
The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring 2 Senior State Accountant: Financial Accounting posts in Financial Accounting, based in Head Office, Cape Town. This is a permanent post, paying R413,001 a year. How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 30 October 2026, 17:00PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Short-listed candidates may be required to do a computer literacy test and presentation as part of the evaluation process.
Responsibilities
- Overall assessment of AFS Template and analysis of the Modified Cash Standard.
- Compilation of Interim and Annual Financial Statements and assist with implementation/compliance iro AFS Disclosure Notes inputs.
- Provide guidance/advice around accounting issues iro AFS.
- Research, analyse and compile implementation plans iro Accounting standards.
- Compliance:
- Monthly/quarterly disclosure/financial reporting
- Research, analyse and interpret accounting information
- Project Management
- Supervisory functions
Requirements
- Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in Accounting/Auditing, or any other relevant qualification inclusive of Financial Accounting III.
- Experience: Appropriate experience in an accounting environment and preparation of financial statements.
- Inherent requirements of the job: A valid code B/EB driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
- Competencies (knowledge/skills): Practical experience with compilation of Financial Statements.
- Advanced computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications (Excel spreadsheets, report writing and drafting of Word documents, MS PowerPoint presentations), Analytical and presentation skills.
- Working experience of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/or International Standards on Auditing.
- Knowledge of Modified Cash Standard (MCS) and/or Generally Recognised Accounting.
- Practice (GRAP) Standards.