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🌿 Assistant Director: Financial Accounting – Gauteng Department of Environment
📍 Location: Johannesburg (Head Office), Gauteng
💰 Salary: R487 197 per annum (Plus benefits)
🕒 Job Type: Permanent
📌 Sector: Finance & Public Sector
📑 Reference: REFS/056307
📅 Apply before: 18 September 2026
🏢 About the Employer – Department of Environment (Gauteng)
The Gauteng Department of Environment leads environmental management, conservation initiatives, and sustainable development strategies across the province. The department is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving employment equity representation, particularly for designated groups and persons with disabilities.
🎯 Purpose of the Role
The Assistant Director: Financial Accounting is responsible for driving sound financial governance, ensuring compliance with statutory accounting standards, facilitating timely reporting, and supervising financial operations across the department.
📝 Key Responsibilities
Ensure full adherence to the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Financial Manual, and departmental policies.
Prepare accurate Monthly, Interim, and Annual Financial Statements on time.
Ensure 100% timely payment of suppliers and service providers each month across the financial year.
Authorize the payment of transfers and subsidies processed on the accounting system.
Clear suspense accounts and maintain inter-departmental receivables/payables monthly.
Assist in compiling Section 40 reports, monthly compliance reports to Treasury, and management reports.
Attend to internal and external audit queries, driving corrective measures where required.
Provide administrative support, guidance, and accounting best practices to line managers and business units.
Supervise, manage, and continuously develop subordinates, overseeing performance management, discipline, and conduct.
✅ Job Requirements
Matric plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Management / Accounting / Public Finance / Cost and Management Accounting (NQF Level 7) recognized by SAQA.
Minimum of 3 years’ relevant supervisory experience.
A valid driver’s license.
Knowledge: Departmental policies and procedures, financial reporting protocols, and government priorities.
Skills: Planning, organizing, report writing, negotiation, decision-making, and strong communication abilities.
Advantageous: Exposure to and practical training in Financial Accounting.
🌟 Company Values & Culture
The Department expects all staff to demonstrate:
Commitment to environmental protection and community health
Ethical conduct, accountability, and dynamic teamwork
Dedication to public service standards and regulatory compliance
📧 How to Apply
Applications must be submitted using the New Z83 form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or online at www.gov.za/documents). Old Z83 forms will be disqualified. Please ensure your Z83 is fully completed, signed, and quotes Reference Number REFS/056307.
Submit electronically through either option below:
Email Application: Send your completed Z83 and detailed CV directly to: GDENVrecruitment@gauteng.gov.za (Quote reference REFS/056307 in the subject line)
Online Portal: Apply online via the Gauteng Professional Job Centre.
📞 Enquiries
For position-related queries, please contact Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 2364.
🌍 Why Join the Gauteng Department of Environment?
Become part of an essential provincial sector dedicated to shaping environmental sustainability, protecting ecosystems, and ensuring a greener future for Gauteng.
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