Chief Accounting Clerk

at Department of Small Business Development
Published October 13, 2026
Expires October 30, 2026
Location Pretoria, South Africa
Category Accounting  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

CHIEF ACCOUNTING CLERK REF NO: CAC
SALARY : R338 106 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF 6) in Financial Accounting qualification as recognized by SAQA.

A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Financial Accounting / Accounting
Science or related relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA would be considered an added advantage. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Financial Accounting. 3 years' working knowledge of transversal systems applicable to the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures. Basic knowledge and insight of the Public Service financial legislations and procedures such as the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Modified Cash Standard, and Standard Charts of Accounts. Basic knowledge
of operating systems (PERSAL, BAS, Logis etc.). Job competencies:
Communication (Verbal and Written), planning and organising. Interpersonal & Problem Solving. Teamwork. Basic numeracy. Accuracy.

Job related skills:

Good numerical and analytical skills. Attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organisational and time-management skills. Ability to supervise and develop staff. Problem solving and decision-making abilities. Computer Literacy (MS Office Packages); Excel at an advanced level. Certificates in BAS and PERSAL.

DUTIES :

Supervise and render financial accounting transactions but not limited to:

Receive and allocate invoices and incentive claims (payment). Review and verify accounting entries, invoices/incentive claims, receipts, and payment documents (internal control). Verify processing of payments. Supervise and ensure proper filing and safeguarding of accounting documents. Supervise and monitor collection and management of cash. Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and departmental revenue pay over. Supervise and perform bookkeeping support services. Ensure timely processing of supplier payments and departmental revenue pay over. Verify captured financial transactions.
Clear suspense accounts. Reconcile debtors and creditors accounts. Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue accounts. Compile journals.
Financial reporting: Prepare monthly financial reports. Communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Written: Draft general correspondence such as response letters, emails, status reports, formal presentations, and submissions. Verbal: Give advice on procedural and technical related matters in respect of policies and strategies to ensure compliance.

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