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State Accountant: Tax Reconciliation
Closes Friday 23 October 2026
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State Accountant role handling tax rebate applications, tax reconciliations and financial reports at Head Office in Qonce. Suits accounting graduates with public sector finance experience.
- Process and check tax rebate applications, and calculate and pay approved rebates on time.
- Reconcile tax rebate accounts, find differences, and report unresolved problems to the supervisor.
- Must have a National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF 6) or a Degree (NQF 7) in accounting or a related field, and 1 to 2 years' public sector expenditure experience.
- Knowledge of LOGIS, PERSAL, BAS, the Tax Administration Act, the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations is required.
- Based at Head Office in Qonce.
- Submit your application under reference DSRAC 08/09/2026; the closing date is not stated in the text.
- Contact M. Cezula at (043) 492 1400 or recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za for enquiries.
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Requirements
- National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or B.
- Degree (NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Accounting/ Cost & Management Accounting/ Financial Management/ Internal Audit qualifications with at least 1 to 2 years’ experience within the public sector expenditure management field and payment of employee benefits.
- Public sector finances experience in budgeting and revenue management will be added advantage.
- Knowledge of financial systems (LOGIS, PERSAL and BAS).
- Knowledge of Tax Administration Act, Public Service Regulations, Legislations / policies / prescripts, and procedures.
- Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and the Public Finance Management Act and Financial Regulations.
- Knowledge of Batho Pele principles.
- Computer literacy specializing in Advanced EXCEL and PowerPoint Presentation.
- Good communication and report writing skills.
- Sound organisational skills.
- People management.
- Customer / client orientated approach and ability to work under pressure and independently.
- A valid driving licence (Code 8) will be an added advantage.
Duties
- Render Tax Rebates Services.
- Receive, assess and process tax rebate applications in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Verify the completeness and -accuracy of supporting documentation submitted by taxpayers and stakeholders.
- Validate taxpayer information against financial and tax records.
- Capture, update and maintain tax rebate information on the relevant financial management systems.
- Calculate and process approved tax rebates accurately and within prescribed turnaround times.
- Prepare payment schedules for approved tax rebates.
- Resolve tax rebate-related queries from taxpayers and internal stakeholders.
- Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders regarding outstanding information and tax rebate matters.
- Perform Tax Reconciliation.
- Reconcile tax rebate accounts and identify discrepancies.
- Investigate and resolve reconciliation differences promptly.
- Match payments, refunds and adjustments with supporting documentation.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts relating to tax rebates.
- Ensure that reconciliations are completed within prescribed timeframes.
- Maintain complete reconciliation records and audit trails.
- Escalate unresolved discrepancies to the supervisor.
- Financial Administration and Reporting.
- Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation reports.
- Prepare management information on tax rebate transactions.
- Monitor outstanding tax rebate claims and recommend corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with record management policies.
- Assist with audit requests by providing supporting documentation and explanations.
- Promote Stakeholder and Customer Service.
- Provide professional advice and guidance to taxpayers and stakeholders regarding tax rebate procedures.
- Respond to enquiries within prescribed service standards.
- Build and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Participate in awareness sessions and provide support on tax rebate processes.
How to apply
Applicants must be submitted via one of the following options: directing to a specific relevant Centre: Head Office: Qonce Enquiries – Ms. S. Mpafa Tel: 043 492 1405 / Mrs. R. E. Swartbooi Tel: 043 492 0949 / Mr. M. Cezula 043 492 1400 / Ms. S. Cetywayo 043 492 0936 Hand deliver to: No. 5 Eales Street, Wilton Zimasile Mkwayi Building, Qonce, 5605 OR Tambo District: Attention Mr. S. Stuma / Ms. T. Mngoma Tel: 047 495 0853 Hand deliver to: Human Resource Management, 49 Victoria Street, Mthatha Reference Library, Mthatha 5099. Amathole District: Enquiries Mr. B. Mbangatha / Mr. M. Mboniswa Tel: 043 492 1838 /1839Hand deliver to: No 16 Commissioner Street, Old Elco Building, Ku-Gompo City, 5201. Amathole Museum: Qonce Enquiries. Ms. S. Cakata – 043 642 4506 (Qonce) Hand deliver to Corner of Alexandra & Albert Roads, Qonce. East London Museum: Ku-Gompo City Enquiries. G. Morcom / S. Lamati – 043 743 0686 – EL Museum (Ku-Gompo City) Hand deliver to 319 Oxford Street, Belgravia, Ku-Gompo City. Bayworld Museum: Gqeberha Enquiries. V. Ketelo – 041 584 0650 – Bayworld Museum (Gqeberha) Hand deliver to Beach Road & Brookes Hill Drive, Humewood, Gqeberha. Chris Hani District: Attention Mr. T. Thomas / Ms. A. Phanya: 045 492 0030 / 0054 Hand deliver to: Bathandwa Ndondo Building, Komani Hospital. Nelson Mandela District: Attention Mr. S. Javu / Ms. T. Bosman / Ms. A. Dyalvane: 041 492 1288 / 1232 / 1230 Hand deliver to: 66 Corporate Place, Ring Road, Greenacres, Newton Park, Gqeberha. Alfred Nzo District: Attention Mr M.B. Gugwana / Ms. T. Ntsevu: 039 492 0297 Hand deliver to: No 67 Church Street Mt Ayliff. Sarah Baartman District: Attention Ms. N. Qumza / Ms. N. Sandi: 046 492 0223 / 0228 Hand deliver to: Registry, 1st floor, Corner African and Milner Street, Makanda. Chris Hani District: Attention Mr. T. Thomas / Ms. O. Ngambu-Mabandla: 045 492 0030 / 0054 Hand deliver to Hand deliver to: Bathandwa Ndondo Building, Komani Hospital. Joe Gqabi District: Attention Mr. P. Masepe / Ms. Ninifie / Ms. Fiki: 051 492 4806 Hand deliver to: No. 02 Cole Street, Maletswai. Through the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e-Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00- 16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Direct all enquiries to the specified enquiries person or email Address. Hand-delivered, e-Mailed, Faxed, Posted applications will not be accepted.
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Enquiries
M. Cezula – Head Office (eQonce) Tel No: (043) 492 1400 e- Recruitment Technical Enquiries – recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za
Notes from the department
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
As printed in Circular 36 of 2026 · page 126 · open the PDF
POST 36/136: STATE ACCOUNTANT: TAX RECONCILIATION REF NO: DSRAC 08/09/2026 SALARY: R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07), (an all-inclusive remuneration) CENTRE: Head Office (Qonce) REQUIREMENTS: National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or B. Degree (NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA) in Accounting/ Cost & Management Accounting/ Financial Management/ Internal Audit qualifications with at least 1 to 2 years’ experience within the public sector expenditure management field and payment of employee benefits. Public sector finances experience in budgeting and revenue management will be added advantage. Knowledge of financial systems (LOGIS, PERSAL and BAS). Knowledge of Tax Administration Act, Public Service Regulations, Legislations / policies / prescripts, and procedures. Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and the Public Finance Management Act and Financial Regulations. Knowledge of Batho Pele principles. Computer literacy specializing in Advanced EXCEL and PowerPoint Presentation. Good communication and report writing skills. Sound organisational skills. People management. Customer / client orientated approach and ability to work under pressure and independently. A valid driving licence (Code 8) will be an added advantage. DUTIES: Render Tax Rebates Services. Receive, assess and process tax rebate applications in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures. Verify the completeness and -accuracy of supporting documentation submitted by taxpayers and stakeholders. Validate taxpayer information against financial and tax records. Capture, update and maintain tax rebate information on the relevant financial management systems. Calculate and process approved tax rebates accurately and within prescribed turnaround times. Prepare payment schedules for approved tax rebates. Resolve tax rebate-related queries from taxpayers and internal stakeholders. Liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders regarding outstanding information and tax rebate matters. Perform Tax Reconciliation. Reconcile tax rebate accounts and identify discrepancies. Investigate and resolve reconciliation differences promptly. Match payments, refunds and adjustments with supporting documentation. Reconcile general ledger accounts relating to tax rebates. Ensure that reconciliations are completed within prescribed timeframes. Maintain complete reconciliation records and audit trails. Escalate unresolved discrepancies to the supervisor. Financial Administration and Reporting. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliation reports. Prepare management information on tax rebate transactions. Monitor outstanding tax rebate claims and recommend corrective actions. Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with record management policies. Assist with audit requests by providing supporting documentation and explanations. Promote Stakeholder and Customer Service. Provide professional advice and guidance to taxpayers and stakeholders regarding tax rebate procedures. Respond to enquiries within prescribed service standards. Build and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Participate in awareness sessions and provide support on tax rebate processes. ENQUIRIES: M. Cezula – Head Office (eQonce) Tel No: (043) 492 1400 e- Recruitment Technical Enquiries – recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za NOTE: Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.