Finance · Circular 40 of 2026

Assistant Director: Management Accounting

Department of Higher Education and Training

Overview

Manage accounting, risk identification and audit findings at Ekurhuleni East TVET College under the Department of Higher Education and Training.

Requirements

  • An appropriate National Diploma / Degree in Financial Management / Accounting. 3-5 years’ experience in finance.
  • Three years SAICA articles will be added advantage.
  • At least 2 years supervisory experience.
  • Computer literacy.
  • A valid driver’s licence.
  • Knowledge of the Public Finance and Management Act (PFMA).
  • Treasury regulations.
  • Policy analysis/development.
  • Knowledge of GRAP and IAS-IFRS and including any other related legislation.
  • Understanding of audit and risk management.
  • Good Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good problem-solving skills, research skills, Planning & Organising, Analytical skills, Report writing skills, Leadership skills, Presentation and Facilitation skills.

Duties

  • Assist Management with the identification and management of risks within the finance department.
  • Management of both internal and external audit findings.
  • Participate in the development of the annual audit plan.
  • Develop and monitor the Implementation of all audit recommendations by staff.
  • Responsible for the budget implementation across all campuses.
  • Ensure all relevant reconciliations are performed and comply with the reporting guidelines.
  • Responsible for the inventory and asset management within the College.
  • Strictly monitor the funds received from NSFAS, SETAs, NSF and other sponsors for students.
  • Manage ad hoc projects as required by Management.
  • Collect data, analyse and interpret financial information for decision making.
  • Responsible for the preparation of annual financial statements in line with GRAP and requirements of CET Act.
  • Supervision of staff.
  • Comply with Department of Higher Education & Training (DHET) and College Policies and Procedures.

How to apply

must be submitted to recruitment@eec.edu.za OR hand delivered at Ekurhuleni East TVET College: Central Office, Sam Ngema Road, Kwa – Thema. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Please forward your application, quoting the reference number to: The Assistant Director: Human Resource Management & Development. Ekurhuleni East TVET College, Sam Ngema Road, Kwa - Thema or Posted to Private Bag X52, Springs, 1560

Enquiries: Ms. LK Boikhutso Tel No: (011) 730 6600 / Mr. T Matsaba Tel No: (011) 730

Notes

Applications must be submitted on Z83 Form Obtainable from any Public Service department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents and must be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive cv (with three contactable references). a Fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A user guide and ‘how to’ videos will assist in how to complete for the form and digital signature. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in term s of race, gender, and disability will receive preference. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. “DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action. The appointment will be done in line with the approved Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disability are encouraged to apply. It is our intention to promote representativity in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

Post 40/43, sourced from the DPSA Circular 40 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Higher Education and Training by 20 November 2026 at 08H00., quoting reference EEC-. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Ekurhuleni East TVET College
Salary
R487 197 p/a · Level 9
Closing date
20 November 2026 at 08H00.
Reference
EEC-
How to apply →

Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.