The Department of Traditional Affairs invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for the Accounting Clerk: Financial Management vacancy based in Pretoria. This opportunity is suitable for candidates with Grade 12, Accounting or Mathematics, and knowledge of financial administration, BAS, PERSAL, reconciliations and payment processing.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Traditional Affairs |
| Closing Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Location | Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Post Title | Accounting Clerk: Financial Management |
| Reference Number | 2026/16 |
| Salary | R237 453 per annum, Level 05 |
| Application Method | Post, hand delivery or email |
| Application Email | DTARecruit202616@cogta.gov.za |
| Required Documents | New Z83 form and CV only |
| Attention | Director: Human Resource Management |
Accounting Clerk: Financial Management Ref No: 2026/16
Salary: R237 453 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Pretoria
Enquiries: Mr L Motlhabedi, 012 065 3440
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 Certificate with Accounting or Mathematics as a passed subject.
A Degree or National Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration or an equivalent qualification with Accounting as a passed subject will serve as an added advantage.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Generic Competencies
Applicants must have finance skills.
Problem-solving skills are required.
Client orientation and customer focus are required.
Technical Competencies
Applicants must have knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act.
Knowledge of Treasury Regulations is required.
Applicants must understand general ledger reconciliation and analysis.
Knowledge of travel and subsistence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of the Basic Accounting System and PERSAL system.
Duties
The successful candidate will capture, reconcile and ensure that payments are made within 30 days.
The candidate will be responsible for all queries relating to BAS and PERSAL payments.
The role includes reconciling monthly IRP5 and ensuring timeous payments to the South African Revenue Service and other third parties for statutory deductions.
The successful candidate will liaise with clients and resolve queries related to payments.
The candidate will maintain and clear salary suspense accounts.
The role includes accounts receivable, accounts, journals, reconciliations and preparing payments.
The successful candidate will handle salary claims and clear suspense accounts.
The candidate will attend to payment enquiries and payments from other departments.
The role includes assisting with month-end closure processes.
The successful candidate will assist with providing source documents and payment batches to the Auditor-General and Internal Audit.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form and must include a CV only.
Applications must quote the correct reference number.
Applications may be posted to:
Director General
Private Bag X22
Arcadia
Pretoria
0183
Hand delivery applications may be submitted to:
509 Pretorius Street
Pencardia 1 Building
2nd Floor
Arcadia
Applications may also be emailed to:
To apply and access more details, visit the Department of Traditional Affairs official website.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 25 August 2026.
Applications must be completed on the new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department.
Applications submitted on the incorrect Z83 form will not be considered.
Applicants must submit only the Z83 form and CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of relevant documents.
Shortlisted candidates must submit certified copies a day before the interview date.
The successful candidate’s appointment will be subject to security clearance and verification of educational qualifications.
All shortlisted candidates will undertake two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority, and proof must be provided only when shortlisted.
Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all information and attachments are submitted by the due date.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Applicants who are not contacted within three months of the closing date should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
The Department reserves the right not to fill the advertised position.
The Department intends to promote equity through the filling of positions in line with its Employment Equity Plan.
Whites, Coloureds, Indians, youth and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.