Accounting Clerk: Finance (Batch Controller)

About the role

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is hiring an Accounting Clerk: Finance (Batch Controller), based in Mthatha Regional Office. This is a permanent post, paying R237,453 a year. (Re-Advertisement-PSVC 13 of 2026, Ref No: 2026/184A, people who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply) How to apply: Applications for the position of Accounting Clerk: Finance (Batch Controller) must be emailed to: RecruitMTH26-22@dpw.gov.za Reference numbers to quote: 2026/367, 2026/184A, people who Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 16H00 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Practical exercise / test will form part of the selection process

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the State Accountant the incumbent of this position will take responsibility for: The main responsibility of this post relates to the safekeeping and management of documents (Batch Control) including the monitoring and controlling of the adherence to sound accounting and NPDW practices, prescribed policies and regulations in all transactions.
• Monitor and control all documents relating to the different transversal systems.
• Ensure correct allocation of expenditure and revenue.
• Draw financial and other BAS reports in support of the activities of the unit.
• It could be expected of the incumbent to assist in the budget formulation, compiling of a cash flow budget as well as the monthly reporting.
• As well as performing duties related to the cashier functions.

Requirements

• At least Senior Certificate/Grade 12.
• No experience required.
• Knowledge of a financial environment.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and policies.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills, computer literate, multi-tasked skills, self-driven, result orientated, motivated, meet deadlines and acceptance of responsibility.
• Valid driver's license.