Agriculture · Circular 23 of 2026
Accounting Clerk: Payments (ELSENBURG)
Department of Agriculture
Overview
Accounting Clerk position in payments using BAS and PERSAL systems within Department of Agriculture.
Requirements
- Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification) with Accounting as a passed subject.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial background specifically in Public Sector Finance;
- Planning and Organising;
- Computer Literacy;
- PERSAL (Personnel Administration) and BAS (Basic Accounting System);
- Relevant legislation, directions and procedures with regard to financial administration and more specifically of: PFMA NTR'S, PTI'S and SCOA Interpretation of policies and procedures;
- Record keeping procedures.
- Skills in the following: Good planning and organisational skills;
- Problem solving and decision making within the field of work;
- Good communication skills (speaking, writing and reading);
- Maintain discipline and dealing with conflict;
- Able to solve financial problems;
- Routine verbal exchange of information requiring helpfulness and politeness;
- Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Outlook);
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Duties
- Record, Check, Verify and capture BAS (Basic Accounting System) payments;
- Draw BAS (Basic Accounting System) reports, compile and capture journals;
- Maintain and clear suspense accounts;
- Cashier functions for the department and the public;
- Safeguarding of LOGIS (Logistical Information System) payments in storage rooms and Document control.
How to apply
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Enquiries: Ms T Gerber Tel No: (021) 808 5031
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POST
Post 23/467, sourced from the DPSA Circular 23 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Agriculture by 27 July 2026, quoting reference AGR 28/2026. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.
- Location
- Western Cape
- Salary
- R237 453 – R279 708 p/a · Level 5
- Closing date
- 27 July 2026
- Reference
- AGR 28/2026
Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.