State Accountant: Revenue and Systems Control

 

💰 State Accountant: Revenue and Systems Control – Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure

📍 Location: Head Office – Polokwane, Limpopo

💰 Salary: R338 106 per annum (Salary Level 07)

🕒 Job Type: Permanent

📌 Sector: Public Finance / Accounting / Financial Systems Control / Public Sector

📑 Reference: S. 4/3/9/188

📁 Component: Management Accounting

📅 Apply before: 25 September 2026 at 16h30

🏢 About the Employer – Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure (Limpopo)

The Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure is mandated to deliver, maintain, and manage the province's road network and public building infrastructure. The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.

🎯 Purpose of the Role

The State Accountant: Revenue and Systems Control performs revenue collection duties, maintains financial systems (BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL), reconciles cash books, and provides technical system support to departmental users within the Management Accounting component.

📝 Key Responsibilities

• Revenue Collection & Receipts: Verify daily cash collected against physical receipt books and capture receipts accurately on the Basic Accounting System (BAS).

• Cash Book Reconciliation: Reconcile cash book balances with physical deposit slips, monitor month-end/year-end book closures, and compile weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cash book reports.

• Financial Systems Maintenance: Maintain departmental parameters on BAS, verify captured SCOA code structures against the organizational structure, and reactivate inactive system items.

• User Support & System Administration: Provide technical system support to end-users across directorates, investigate blocked system IDs, allocate user functions, and monitor financial system outputs.

✅ Job Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.

• An NQF Level 6 qualification as recognized by SAQA in Financial Accounting, Financial Management, or Business Management.

• Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience in a financial administration and accounting environment.

• Systems Training: Hands-on training and working knowledge of government financial systems (BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL, and PASTEL).

• A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities).

• Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, DORA, SCOA code structures, policy analysis, and facilitation skills.

• Generic Competencies: Problem-solving, decision-making, customer focus, team leadership, financial management, planning and organizing, and computer skills.

🌟 Company Values & Culture

Employees within the Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure are expected to uphold:

• Strict compliance with the PFMA and Treasury Regulations

• Fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accurate financial reporting

• Dedication to delivering efficient financial support services across all departmental operations

📧 How to Apply

Applications must be submitted using the New Z83 form (2021 version) (obtainable from any Public Service Department or online at www.dpsa.gov.za). All fields in Part A, B, C, and D must be fully completed. Please ensure your Z83 is signed and clearly references Reference Number S. 4/3/9/188.

Application Options:

• Option 1: Online via eRecruitment

  Submit online via erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za.

  Note for Online Applicants: When applying through the eRecruitment system, you MUST attach your completed Z83, detailed CV, and copies of your qualifications, ID, and valid driver’s license.

• Option 2: Physical Hand Delivery / Postal Submission (Head Office)

  If submitting physically or via post, submit only your completed Z83 form and detailed CV (copies of qualifications/ID will only be requested if shortlisted).

  • Hand Delivery: Works Tower Building, No. 43 Church Street, Polokwane, 0699.

  • Postal Address: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure,

📞 Enquiries

For position-related queries, please contact:

• Ms. Hanyane NP

• Mr. Moabelo MJ

• Ms. Motsai S

  ☎️ Tel No: (015) 284 7586 / 7627 / 7262

🌍 Why Join the Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure?

In this role, you will play a crucial financial administration role in safeguarding revenue, managing government accounting systems, and ensuring statutory compliance across public service infrastructure operations.