Assistant Director: Financial Accounting (Central Johannesburg TVET College)

About the role

The Department of Higher Education and Training is hiring an Assistant Director: Financial Accounting, based in Central Johannesburg TVET College, Central Office. This is a permanent post, paying R487,197 a year. (This is a re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply if they are still interested in the post) How to apply: The Central Johannesburg TVET College (CJC) invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by clicking on this link https://cjcz83.ngnscan.co.za/apply Reference number to quote: FA/24/2026 Closing date: 16 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: The Central Johannesburg TVET College (CJC) invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by clicking on this link https://cjcz83.ngnscan.co.za/apply. Apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions. If you apply for the first time, you will be required to register by clicking the register button to register. After registering, you will be allowed to log in and apply for your chosen post (s). Upload the supporting document namely, a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. The shortlisted candidates will also be requested to submit confirmation or service letter from their previous employer, confirming their employment status/ history. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualification(s) evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointment promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The successful candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The college reserves the right not to make appointment. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. CJC is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representativity in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation. Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements. Due to the college financial constraints, candidates will be responsible for their traveling and accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Budget Preparation.
• Implementation, Monitoring and Control.
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements Collection and Recording of revenue- Cashier, Banking Services and Electronic payments, Debt Management, Monitoring and Reporting on Revenue Expenditure-Compensation of employees & Goods and Services.
• Transfers and subsidies.
• Reporting year and month-end close-out processes and procedures.
• Supervise employees to ensure an effective financial accounting service.
• Liaise with auditors (internal and external)

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate/Grade 12/STD 10 or NCV level 4 and a recognised three (3) National Diploma (NQF 6) in Financial Management or related qualification.
• Three to 5 years’ work experience in Finance section.
• Knowledge of PSET and CET Act.
• At least three to 5 years’ supervisory experience.
• Understanding of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Skills Development Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act.
• Knowledge of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme and related legislation.
• And financial management systems.
• A valid driver’s licence and Computer Literacy (MS Office is necessary.
• Competencies
• Knowledge of PSET and CET Act
• Knowledge and understanding of PFMA
• Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and Public Service Act
• Labour Relations Act, Skills Development Act, National Students Aid Scheme and related legislation
• Knowledge of financial management systems
• Administrative, Planning and Organising
• Financial Management
• Report Writing
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Problem solving
• Computer Literacy
• Analytical
• Client Oriented
• Project Management. team leadership and people management