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Assistant Director: Traditional Councils, Financial ReportingMbombela (Head Office)

Chief Directorate: Financial Management

Closing dateToday is Sat 14 Nov · SAST

Closes Friday 27 November 2026

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Senior finance role managing financial statements, financial reporting and audit support at Mbombela Head Office. Suits people with accounting or financial management experience and a national diploma

  • Main duties: coordinate financial statements and reporting, compile and analyse financial reports, coordinate audit support, and manage staff, financial and equipment resources.
  • Must have: National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and a recognised NQF level 6 National Diploma in Accounting, Financial Management, Financial Accounting, Public Finance or an equivalent qualification.
  • Experience: at least 3 years in financial reporting, accounting, financial management or management accounting. Experience in BAS is an advantage.
  • Must have a valid driver's licence and knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, MCS and related policies, plus EPS, LOGIS and BAS systems.
  • Based at Mbombela (Head Office).
  • The text does not state a closing date or how to apply. Enquiries can be made to the HRM & D or Technical Support contacts listed in the advert.

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Requirements

  • A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and a recognised National Diploma at NQF level 6 in Accounting/ Financial Management / Financial Accounting / Public Finance or equivalent qualification or equivalent qualification.
  • A Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in financial reporting, accounting, financial management or management accounting.
  • Experience in BAS is an added advantage.
  • Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act and Regulations, Modified Cash Standards (MCS) Financial reporting frameworks applicable to government institutions, Budget and expenditure management, Risk management and internal control systems and Audit processes.
  • A Valid driver’s license.
  • Skills and Competencies:
  • Ability to manage and develop staff.
  • Excellent computer literacy skills in (Microsoft Office (especially), Ms Word, Excel, etc.).
  • Extensive knowledge of EPS, LOGIS and BAS with sound knowledge of applicable policies (PFM, Treasury Instructions and HRM).
  • Good written and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment while complying to due dates.
  • Audit and Risk Management

Duties

Coordinate the compilation of financial statements, coordinate financial reporting and accounting processes, Compile and analyse financial reports, Coordinate audit support activities, Manage human and financial equipment resources.

How to apply

Applications must only be submitted online through the Provincial e- Recruitment Portal at: https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za. Applicants are required to register and create a profile on the system before submitting their applications.

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Enquiries

Mr PP Mokwena (HRM &D) Tel No: (013) 766 6225, Ms. NI Mashego (HRM &D) Tel No: (013) 766 6543, Mr. LJ Simelane (Technical Support) Tel No: (013) 766 6888, Ms. AY Mbuyane (Technical Support) Tel No: (013) 766 9953 and Mr. PM Nthali (Technical Support) Tel No: (013) 766 6104

Notes from the department

  • Applications must only be submitted online through the link: https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za on the new signed Z83 form and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
  • Only Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of all qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview.
  • It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to:
  • Criminal records check;
  • Citizenship check;
  • Credit worthiness check;
  • Previous employment (reference checks);
  • Qualification verification.
  • All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre- entry assessments.
  • One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate suitability based on the post 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.
  • Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three SMS and MMS candidates will undergo Psychometric Assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence and integrity.
  • Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience.
  • All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
  • Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
  • The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

As printed in Circular 41 of 2026 · page 163 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)

POST 41/239: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TRADITIONAL COUNCILS, FINANCIAL REPORTING REF NO: 2026/COGHSTA/48 Chief Directorate: Financial Management
SALARY: R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE: Mbombela (Head Office)
REQUIREMENTS: A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and a recognised National Diploma at NQF level 6 in Accounting/ Financial Management / Financial Accounting / Public Finance or equivalent qualification or equivalent qualification. A Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in financial reporting, accounting, financial management or management accounting. Experience in BAS is an added advantage. Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act and Regulations, Modified Cash Standards (MCS) Financial reporting frameworks applicable to government institutions, Budget and expenditure management, Risk management and internal control systems and Audit processes. A Valid driver’s license. Skills and Competencies: Ability to manage and develop staff. Excellent computer literacy skills in (Microsoft Office (especially), Ms Word, Excel, etc.). Extensive knowledge of EPS, LOGIS and BAS with sound knowledge of applicable policies (PFM, Treasury Instructions and HRM). Good written and communication skills. Proven ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment while complying to due dates. Audit and Risk Management
DUTIES: Coordinate the compilation of financial statements, coordinate financial reporting and accounting processes, Compile and analyse financial reports, Coordinate audit support activities, Manage human and financial equipment resources.
ENQUIRIES: Mr PP Mokwena (HRM &D) Tel No: (013) 766 6225, Ms. NI Mashego (HRM &D) Tel No: (013) 766 6543, Mr. LJ Simelane (Technical Support) Tel No: (013) 766 6888, Ms. AY Mbuyane (Technical Support) Tel No: (013) 766 9953 and Mr. PM Nthali (Technical Support) Tel No: (013) 766 6104

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