The Gauteng Department of Health is recruiting and invites suitably qualified applicants to apply strictly online via the provincial e-recruitment portal. If you have strong financial reporting experience and want to contribute to public healthcare, submit your Z83 and CV before 24 October 2025.
| Employer | Gauteng Department of Health |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 24 October 2025 |
| Location | Medical Supplies Depot, Gauteng, South Africa |
Important application notes
- Apply online only via the Gauteng e-Recruitment portal; no hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.
- Applications must include a fully completed and signed new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
- Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and other documents (not older than 6 months) before the interview.
- Foreign qualifications: provide a SAQA evaluation when shortlisted.
- Personnel Suitability Checks will be conducted (criminal, citizenship, qualification, directorship, social media, financial, references).
- The Department may use practical tests for non-SMS posts.
- Employment Equity principles apply; persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Post: Assistant Director: Financial Reporting — Ref REFS/023428
Directorate: Financial Reporting
Salary: R468 459 per annum (Level 9) plus benefits
Centre: Medical Supplies Depot (Gauteng)
Requirements
- Grade 12 plus a recognised 3-year Degree/Diploma (NQF 6/7) in Financial Accounting/Finance.
- At least 5 years’ proven relevant experience in financial management with emphasis on financial reporting.
- Computer literacy (MS Office), especially MS Excel Data Analytics; systems exposure to BAS and PERSAL.
- Strong accounting/financial management and high numerical skills.
- Good verbal and written communication; ability to work under pressure; project management and a valid driver’s licence are added advantages.
- Sound knowledge of GRAP, PFMA, Treasury Regulations/Instructions, and PPPFA.
Duties
- Prepare monthly, interim, and annual GRAP-compliant financial statements and monthly management accounts.
- Maintain properly reconciled accounts up to the general ledger to support financial statement disclosures.
- Provide information to oversight bodies (Provincial Treasury, Audit Committee) and to internal/external auditors.
- Apply strong knowledge of GRAP, PFMA, and procurement frameworks; leverage MS Excel analytics to enhance reporting efficiency and insight.
- Advantageous: knowledge of innovative inventory management techniques.
- Supervise staff, manage risks and projects, and prepare presentations to management and stakeholders.
Enquiries
Mr K.M. Kasumba — Tel: (011) 628-9141
How to apply
To apply and for full details, visit the Gauteng Jobs Portal (create/login to your profile, search the reference REFS/023428, and submit your new Z83 and CV online):
Apply and see more on the Gauteng Jobs Portal
For application support: healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za