Chief Accounting Clerk Ref No: 34 Jobs

Chief Accounting Clerk (Ref No: 34)

Department: Western Cape Education Department (WCED)
Location: George, Western Cape
Job Type: Full Time
Field: Finance / Accounting / Audit

About the Organization

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) is responsible for early childhood development and primary and secondary school education within the province. Our mission is to improve language and mathematics skills, enhance matric results, and ensure every community has access to quality education.

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Chief Accounting Clerk to join our team in George. The successful candidate will support financial operations, ensure compliance with public service regulations, and manage financial data accurately.

Requirements

• Education: National Senior Certificate (Matric).
• Experience: At least 6 years of relevant experience in a financial environment.
• Legislative Knowledge: A solid understanding of Public Service financial legislation and procedures, including the PFMA, DORA, Treasury regulations, and the Financial Manual.
• System Proficiency: Experience using financial operating systems such as PERSAL, BAS, or LOGIS.
• Technical Skills: Strong computer literacy (specifically in accounting software) and the ability to capture and analyze financial statistics.

Key Competencies

• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Basic numeracy and the ability to perform routine financial tasks accurately.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please submit your application through the official Western Cape Government or DPSA vacancies portal.