Job Description

Closing Date

2025/09/08

Reference Number

WCG250729-9

Tracking Number

DOI 114/2025

Job Title

State Accountant: Budget Revenue and Expenditure, Ref No. DOI 114/2025

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Salary level

8

Enquiries

Mr S Samodien at (021) 483 2204

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide an integrated, effective and efficient budget planning system in respect of revenue and expenditure.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience in management accounting.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Monitor revenue and expenditure; Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual reporting - IYM, conditional grants, earmarked funds, annual report and the infrastructure Reporting Model (IRM); Maintain accurate, timely and compliant reporting of infrastructure project data on the IRM system in line with National Treasury requirements; Reconcile IRM-reported expenditure with BAS and LOGIS, ensuring alignment with SCOA classification; Assist in adjustment budget and annual budget process; Assist with the prevention of unauthorized expenditure, under-spending and over-spending; Evaluate and make recommendations on submissions with financial implications to the relevant manager and programme manager. Experience in an infrastructure/project environment would be advantageous.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Business and organizational structure of the department; Applicable legislative and regulatory requirements, policies and standards; Management Accounting/Financial accounting, Infrastructure reporting processes, particularly the Infrastructure Reporting Model (IRM) and its integration with financial systems such as BAS, LOGIS and SCOA; Database management and data quality assurance; Intermediate or advanced knowledge of MS Excel. Skills needed: Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques; Verbal and written communication skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Analytical, planning and organising skills; Reliable, self-disciplined and dedicated.

Remuneration

R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration in addition to 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.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews and a practical 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. Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences.

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.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will beconsidered.