State Accountant (Expenditure and Accounts)

About the role

The Department of Health (Limpopo) is hiring a State Accountant (Expenditure and Accounts). This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 a year. How to apply: The circular of advertised vacant posts will be posted on the following websites: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za/, www.ldoh.gov.za, www.dpsa.gov.za and Provincial Department social media. Applicants must apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za/ Closing date: 06 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with payment of suppliers within 30 days.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of invoice registers.
• Manage creditors related accruals and payables.
• Manage salary related accruals and payables.
• Ensure that all claims are processed within prescribed timelines.
• Responsible for Salary Administration services.
• Prepare documents for audit readiness purposes.
• Perform monthly creditors reconciliation.
• Enforce compliance to the acts, regulations, procedures and other directives.
• Attend to Internal and external auditors.
• Compile relevant reports.

Requirements

• Qualifications and Experience:
• A National Senior Certificate /Grade 12/Matric plus NQF level 6 qualification at NQF level 6 as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority [SAQA]
• At least two [2] years’ experience in salary and expenditure management/various disciplines related to financial management
• Computer literacy including MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Literacy in virtual meeting platforms
• A valid driver's license except for people with disabilities
• Knowledge and Skills:
• An understanding of public sector financial administration and the prescription/provision of PFMA and Treasury Regulations
• Good Understanding of BAS, Finest and other financial systems
• Well-developed communication skills/interpersonal relations
• Thorough understanding of public sector revenue collection processes