Accounting Clerk Vacancy 2026 (X2 Posts) – Department of Employment and Labour

Job Description

The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting applications for Accounting Clerk (X2 Posts) at the Provincial Office in the Eastern Cape.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with Grade 12 and Commercial subjects who want to build a career in government finance, accounting and budget administration.

 Job Overview

Position: Accounting Clerk (X2 Posts)

Reference Number: HR4/4/1/106

Salary: R237 453 per annum

Centre: Provincial Office – Eastern Cape

 Minimum Requirements

Qualification

• Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
• Must have passed Commercial Subjects:
  • Accounting
  • Business Management
  • Economics

Or an equivalent qualification.

 Knowledge Requirements

Applicants should have knowledge of:

• Departmental Policies and Procedures
• Batho Pele Principles
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
• Treasury Regulations
• Financial Prescripts and Manuals
• Government Financial Systems

 Skills & Competencies

• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Planning and Organising
• Computer Literacy
• Accounting Skills
• Financial Analysis
• Attention to Detail

 Key Responsibilities

Financial Administration

• Compile and capture financial transactions for the Province
• Process transactions on government financial systems

Financial Systems

Work on:

• BAS (Basic Accounting System)
• LOGIS
• PERSAL
• Safety-Net Systems

Record Management

• Maintain accurate financial records
• Ensure proper filing and record keeping for audit purposes

Budget Monitoring

• Support provincial budget monitoring processes
• Assist with expenditure control and reporting

Petty Cash Administration

• Manage petty cash according to approved guidelines
• Ensure compliance with financial policies

Month-End Procedures

• Clear suspense accounts
• Resolve unallocated accounts before month-end closure
• Assist with financial reconciliations

 Why Apply?

• Permanent government position
• Salary of R237 453 per annum
• Opportunity to gain experience in public sector finance
• Exposure to BAS, LOGIS and PERSAL systems
• Career growth within government accounting and finance

 How to Apply

Email Application

Jobs-EC2@labour.gov.za

Postal Application

Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X9005
East London
5201

Hand Delivery

No. 3 Hill Street
East London

 Enquiries

Mr MM Nohesi

Tel: (043) 701 3029

 Employment Equity

The following groups are encouraged to apply:

• African Males
• Coloured Males
• Coloured Females
• Indian Males
• Indian Females
• White Males
• White Females
• Persons with Disabilities

 Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need experience?

No experience is stated as a requirement. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements.

What qualification do I need?

Grade 12 with Accounting, Business Management and Economics, or an equivalent qualification.

What is the salary?

R237 453 per annum.

Where is the post based?

Provincial Office, Eastern Cape.

Which financial systems will I use?

BAS, LOGIS, PERSAL and Safety-Net systems.

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