State Accountant

 

💳 State Accountant – Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure

📍 Location: Vhembe District, Limpopo

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

🕒 Job Type: Permanent

📌 Sector: Public Finance / Accounting / Payroll & Revenue / Public Sector

📑 Reference: S.4/3/9/44

📁 Component: Financial Management

📅 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 responsible for maintaining state facilities, government buildings, and public infrastructure across the province. The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

🎯 Purpose of the Role

The State Accountant performs key financial management operations within the Vhembe District office, including processing supplier payments, administering PERSAL payroll allowances and deductions, executing revenue collections, managing debt files, and supervising district finance office staff.

📝 Key Responsibilities

• Payments & Accounts Processing: Match purchase orders, delivery notes, and supplier invoices; compile payment vouchers for Electronic Bank Transfers (EBT); process payments on LOGIS; reconcile supplier statements; capture EPWP participant stipends on BAS; compile monthly reports for fruitless/wasteful expenditure and 30-day supplier payment tracking.

• Salary & Payroll Administration: Verify payroll transaction documentation, process PERSAL entries for allowances, fringe benefits, tax (IRP5/IRP3A), and deductions; process salary queries, and determine pension fund state liabilities.

• Revenue & Cashier Management: Collect state funds, issue manual or online receipts under correct SCOA allocations, record transactions in the cashbook, perform daily cash balancing and bank deposits, and verify/approve receipts on BAS.

• Debt Facilitation & System Maintenance: Open debt files, complete BAS debt take-on documentation for Head Office implementation, coordinate PERSAL debt deductions for departmental employees, monitor debt clearance reports, and close settled debt files.

• Resource & Staff Supervision: Supervise direct reports, conduct PMDS performance appraisals, allocate tasks, manage leave, oversee workplace discipline, and monitor finance equipment utilization.

✅ Job Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.

• An NQF Level 6 qualification as recognized by SAQA in Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Public Finance, Administration, or Cost Accounting.

• 2 to 3 years’ practical experience in a financial accounting or public finance environment.

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

• Systems Knowledge: Demonstrated proficiency with government financial systems (PERSAL, LOGIS, and BAS).

• Legislative Knowledge: Sound understanding of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, DORA, PPPFA, and Public Service regulations.

• Generic Competencies: Financial management, problem-solving, planning and organizing, conflict resolution, computer literacy, communication, and staff supervision.

🌟 Company Values & Culture

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

• High standards of financial integrity, accuracy, and fraud prevention

• Strict compliance with government supply chain and public finance regulations

• Timely customer service for internal staff, public stakeholders, and service providers

📧 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.4/3/9/44.

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 (Vhembe District)

  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: Vhembe District Office, Cnr. Traffic and Raluswielo Street, Sibasa, 0970.

  • Postal Address: Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970.

📞 Enquiries

For position-related queries, please contact:

• Mr. MF Mavhungu

• Ms. M Muthabi

• Mr. TI Tshipuke

  ☎️ Tel No: (015) 963 3790

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

As a State Accountant in the Vhembe District, you will play a central role in maintaining financial integrity, supporting public service operations, and managing statutory compliance across district public works activities.