Assistant Director: Provincial Government Accounting Group 1, Ref No. PT 19​/2026

Assistant Director:
Provincial Government Accounting Group 1, . PT 19/2026

Details

Closing Date 2026/09/07

Reference Number WCG
260727-8

Tracking Number PT 19/2026

Job Title Assistant Director:
Provincial Government Accounting Group 1, . PT 19/2026

Department Provincial Treasury

Salary level 9

Enquiries Ms. I Jurams at

Job Type Permanent

Location
- Country South Africa

Location
- Province Western Cape

Location
- Town / City Cape Town, CBD.

Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to assist departments and entities with the implementation of accounting frameworks and the compilation of financial information, reports and statements.

An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Accounting or equivalent; A minimum of 3 years’ relevant accounting experience.

None.

Provide support to departments and entities on the application of accounting frameworks;
Compile, consolidate and table the Annual Consolidated Financial Statements (ACFS);
Provide training regarding accounting standards and compilation of financial statements;
Monitor compliance to accounting norms and standards, financial reporting guidelines in the provincial departments and entities;
Performing Managerial functions

Legislation, the PFMA accounting frameworks GRAP, MCS, any other applicable accounting frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions;
Strong financial accounting background specifically in GRAP and MCS accounting frameworks;
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
Attention to detail and good interpretation of numbers;
Written and verbal communication skills;
Good report writing skills;
It will be advantageous to have a Post graduate qualification in accounting.

R487 197- R 573 897 per annum (Salary Level
9).

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.