administrative officer: accounting and bookkeeping, Ref No. DOT 15/2026

Apply for administrative officer: accounting and bookkeeping at department of department of transport. Closing date 2026-03-20.

Job Summary

Department: department of transport

Directorate: financial accounting

Province: kwazulu natal

Reference: DOT 15/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-20

Salary: R325,101

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 7

Centre: Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg

Minimum Qualification

Degree or Diploma in Financial Accounting (NQF Level 6 or higher)

Experience Required

3-5 years in Financial Services / Public Sector Accounting

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Practical knowledge of the Basic Accounting System (BAS) and Persal
  • In-depth understanding of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and SCOA
  • Strong accountancy and reconciliation skills
  • Proficiency in MS Excel for financial reporting and data analysis
  • Analytical and innovative thinking to solve complex bookkeeping discrepancies
  • High-level confidentiality and integrity in handling state finances
  • Ability to communicate financial procedures effectively across various departmental levels
  • Sound knowledge of Labour Relations and staff management protocols

Requirements

  • Minimum 3-5 years' appropriate experience in Financial Services
  • Valid Code B Driver's License

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide professional accounting and banking services for the Department
  • Facilitate interdepartmental communication to ensure seamless financial operations
  • Enforce procedural compliance with the PFMA (Act 1 of 1999) and National Treasury Regulations
  • Maintain and reconcile Suspense Accounts, providing regular status updates to management
  • Ensure effective and accurate record-keeping within the Basic Accounting System (BAS)
  • Manage human resources and facilitate the professional development of subordinate staff
  • Interpret and apply complex financial legislation, including the Income Tax Act and Treasury Practice Notes
  • Utilize SCOA (Standard Chart of Accounts) and Persal systems for financial data management

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R325101 per annum (level 07)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mrs N Zwane Tel. No.: 033 - 355 8801

Reference No:

DOT 15/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: DOT 15/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

For job applications in South Africa, you can easily access the official Z83 form in two convenient ways: Download Z83 (PDF) for a ready-to-use version, or choose the Editable New Z83 Form to complete online before printing. Both options ensure compliance with government requirements and save time during the application process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA) is the framework used to classify all government transactions. You must understand how to allocate funds to the correct objective and responsibility codes.
While both use BAS and Persal, this role focuses more on 'Banking Services' and general bookkeeping/record maintenance, whereas DOT 14/2026 is specifically centered on Revenue and Salary Control reconciliations.
This typically includes managing the departmental bank account reconciliations, identifying unknown deposits, and ensuring that all banking transactions are correctly captured on BAS.

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